Research Support Specialist

State University of New York at Buffalo; New York (NY); On-site; USD 22,041 - 27,552; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health plan

Retirement plan options

Career coaching and training opportunities

Job summary

A leading public research university in New York is seeking a laboratory technician to assist in genomics research related to cerebrovascular disease. The role includes data collection, managing samples, and supporting the Principal Investigator with reports. Candidates should have at least 1 year of lab experience and familiarity with techniques like qPCR and western blots. This position offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of experience in a laboratory setting.

Responsibilities

• Data collection and entry.
• Assist the PI in report writing and graphical presentation of research.
• Manage laboratory samples.

Skills

Laboratory experience

qPCR

Western blots

Cell cultures

Interest in neuroscience

Job description

Overview

The department of neurosurgery in the Jacobs School is actively recruiting for a laboratory technician. This individual will work closely with the Principal Investigator (PI) in the genomics of cerebrovascular disease. This role includes both research duties and clinical responsibilities involving patient samples.

Responsibilities

• Data collection and entry
• Assist the PI in report writing and graphical presentation of research
• Manage laboratory samples

The individual will also be expected to work in a clinical setting with patient samples.

Benefits

Outstanding Benefits Package. Working at UB comes with benefits that exceed salary alone. There are personal rewards including comprehensive health and retirement plan options. We focus on supporting work-life effectiveness and opportunities for growth through career coaching and training. We qualify as a public service loan forgiveness organization. Learn more about our benefit packages.

About The University at Buffalo

The University at Buffalo (UB) is one of America’s leading public research universities and a flagship of the State University of New York system, recognized for our excellence and impact. UB is a premier, research-intensive public university dedicated to academic excellence. Our research, creative activity and people positively impact the world. Like the city we call home, UB is distinguished by a culture of resilient optimism, resourceful thinking and pragmatic dreaming. Visit our website to learn more about the University at Buffalo.

University at Buffalo is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and, in keeping with our commitment, welcomes all to apply including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Minimum Qualifications

• At least 1 year of experience in a laboratory setting

Preferred Qualifications

• Laboratory skills including qPCR, western blots, and cell cultures
• Strong interest in neuroscience

Physical Demands

Salary Range

Salary Range $16.00 - 20.00 per hour

Additional Salary Information

The salary range reflects our good faith and reasonable estimate of the possible compensation at the time of posting, the role and associated responsibilities, and the experience, education, and training of the selected candidate.

Work Hours

Will vary based on hire

Campus

Campus Gates Vascular Institute

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