Medical Research Tech III - Almodovar Lab

Texas Tech University - Health Sciences Center; Lubbock (TX); On-site; USD 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid Time Off

Retirement plans

Wellness programs

Mother-Friendly Workplace

Job summary

Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center in Lubbock, TX seeks a research laboratory technician to support antiviral and virology studies. You will culture cells, prepare solutions, maintain notebooks, and assist experiments under supervision.

This role involves BSL-3 practices, lab safety, and collaboration with PhD students and postdocs. The position is hourly with benefits and growth opportunities, with travel up to 25% possible.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in science or equivalent experience.
• Experience with molecular biology and virology.
• Experience with research mouse handling.
• Knowledge in mammalian cell culture.
• Ability to present at national/international conferences.

Responsibilities

• Cell culture under BSL2+.
• Assist in maintaining lab equipment and cleaning/sterilizing glassware.
• Prepare buffers and reagents; calibrate pH meters.
• Maintain accurate lab notebooks and records.
• Plan and coordinate collaborative projects and train new members.

Skills

Molecular biology

Virology

Mouse handling

Cell culture

Scientific presentations

Education

Bachelor's degree in science or 4 years related experience

Tools

Laboratory equipment

Job description

Introduction

TTUHSC provides so much more than just a job! Enjoy excellentbenefits , including paid leave,retirement plans, wellness programs, health insurance and so muchmore.

Ready to start building a rewarding career in a positiveenvironment where you can develop and thrive? Join us as wechange the future of health care.

About TTUHSC

Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center is enriching the livesof others by educating students, providing excellent patient care,and advancing knowledge through innovative research. TTUHSCgraduates more health care professionals than any other health careinstitution in the state, conferring 24.2% of all degrees andcertificates awarded from health-related institutions in Texas.

Byproviding comprehensive clinical services to more than 10 millionindividuals across 121 counties, TTUHSC is dedicated to advancingthe health of people throughout Texas and beyond. This is whereworld-class education meets compassionate patient care – and webelieve that our people are the reason for our institution’slasting success and bright future.

Being part of the TTUHSC team means being part of an innovative andsupportive community that empowers each individual to do their bestwork. Through our values-based culture , TTUHSC iscommitted to cultivating an exceptional workplace community with apositive culture that puts people first.

Visa Information

TTUHSC, at its sole discretion, may initiate new H-1B I-129 visapetitions in accordance with the directive issued by GovernorAbbott. Approval from the Texas Workforce Commission is required.On a limited, case-by-case basis, the institution may also sponsoreligible individuals for change-of-status or change-of-employerpetitions for qualifying positions. TTUHSC will not pay the$100,000 fee, if applicable.

Position Description

Employees in this classification provide support in an assignedresearch laboratory conducting specified phases of researchprojects. Performs work independently and is responsible fordeveloping new procedures and techniques to be utilized in thelaboratory and in experiments, and new applications for standardprocedures and techniques. Work is performed under usual laboratoryconditions. Some hazards may be present due to use of radioactive,carcinogenic or other potentially harmful substances.Responsibilities also include ensuring overall cleanliness of thelaboratory and laboratory equipment, and ordering and maintainingan adequate stock of necessary supplies. May instruct or directwork of subordinate laboratory personnel.

Major/Essential Functions

• Cell culture under BSL2+.
• Assists in maintenance of lab equipment. Performs orcoordinates cleaning and sterilization of laboratory glassware andinstruments as needed.
• Performs or coordinates person-specific lab duties includingmaking buffers, aliquoting reagents, calibrating pH meter.
• Prepares or coordinates the preparation of basic solutions foruse within the lab.
• Keeps the laboratory and lab equipment clean, operational, andinspection ready each day.
• Prepares and maintains impeccable and up-to-date labnotebook.
• Helps to plan and coordinate collaborative projects &guides new lab members and rotation students.
• Maintains and helps to manage lab inventories.
• Assists in designing experiments for manuscript and grantpreparation.
• Assists in building the lab's infrastructure andinventory.
• Assists in protocol development and in vivo studies usingHIV-infected humanized mice applying BSL3 practices.
• Develops protocols for in vitro studies using HIV-infectedprimary cells for flow cytometry, live cell imaging, cell sorting,genomics, or proteomic procedures applying BSL3 practices.
• Reads the current literature to ensure performance ofexperiments using the most up-to-date protocols and cutting-edgetechnology applying BSL3 practices.
• Attends weekly lab meetings and journal clubs.
• Will be guided by the principal investigator, postdoctoralresearchers and/or graduate students, manage lab supplies, andmaintain accurate experimental records.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in one of the sciences, or equivalent combination(four (4) years) of job-related experience and college education.Experience may be substituted for college education on a year foryear basis.

Preferred Qualifications

• Must have a cover letter describing the specific interest inthe position, relevant experiences, career goals, and how thecandidate fits the minimum and preferred qualifications as part ofthe application package and should reflect the candidate’s ownwriting and not be generated by artificial intelligence tools.
• Skills in molecular biology and virology, required for viralinfections, antiviral assays, molecular docking simulations,quantitative real-time PCR, cloning and primary cell culture.
• Experience with research mouse handling and welfare.
• Knowledge in mammalian cell culture (primary cells), celltransductions using viral RNA or transfections using lentiviralparticles, western blots using chemiluminescence, multiplex ELISA,and flow cytometry.
• Be able to present several scientific presentations at nationalor international conferences over the past three years.

Required Attachments

Cover Letter, Resume / CV

Benefits

TTUHSC is committed to creating an environment where our teammembers can do their best work, with programs and benefits to support head-to-toe well-being. Explore just a few of the advantages of being a TTUHSC team member:

• Health Plans + Supplemental Coverage Options –Individual health insurance provided at no cost for full-time teammembers
• Paid Time Off – Including holidays, vacation, sick leaveand more
• Retirement Plans
• Wellness Programs
• Certified Mother-Friendly Workplace

Additionally, TTUHSC invests in the success of our team members byproviding opportunities for personal and professional growth,including lifelong learning programs, recognition programs, andhealth and wellness initiatives. Team members also enjoy a varietyof other perks, such as special membership rates at local gyms andgolf courses, access to state-of-the-art software and facilities,and discounts on travel, technology, entertainment and more.

Job Type

Full Time

Pay Basis

Hourly

Pay Grade Minimum

$15.00

Pay Grade Maximum

$19.00

Pay Statement

Compensation is commensurate upon the qualifications of theindividual selected and budgetary guidelines of the hiringdepartment, as well as the institutional pay plan. For additionalinformation, please reference the institutional pay plan website at https://app4.ttuhsc.edu/payplan.

Grant Funded?

Yes

Travel Required

Up to 25%

Shift

Day

Does this position work in a research laboratory?

Yes

Are select agents used in this laboratory?

Yes

EEO Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employmentwithout regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age,disability, genetic information or status as a protectedveteran.

Jeanne Clery Act

The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and CampusCrime Statistics Act is a federal statute requiring colleges anduniversities participating in federal financial aid programs tomaintain and disclose campus crime statistics and securityinformation. By October 1 of each year, institutions must publishand distribute their Annual Campus Security Policy & CrimeStatistics Report (ASR) to current and prospective students andemployees. To view this report, visit the TTUHSC Clery Act websiteat https://www.ttuhsc.edu/compliance/clery-report.