Research Technician

Uconn Health Center; Farmington (CT); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

UConn Health Center in Farmington, CT seeks a Research Technician to work with both computational and experimental scientists on projects in computational genomics and molecular biology. The candidate will study the function of transcription factors in cell cultures using molecular biology and genomics techniques.

The majority of the candidate's time will be devoted to their independent project. The candidate will have flexibility to choose their research projects in the states areas, matched

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; 1 year of lab/medical setting experience.
• 4-year degree and a master's in Applied Genomics as preferred.
• Experience in genomics, molecular biology, and cell culture.

Responsibilities

• Receive training in designated protocols and operate lab equipment.
• Assist researchers with experiments and data collection.
• Perform computer-related tasks and data management.
• Recordkeeping, labeling, inventories, and supply management.
• Train and coordinate student workers; minor equipment maintenance.

Skills

Lab techniques

Basic lab equipment

Interpersonal communication

Data entry

Computer literacy

Follow instructions

Basic arithmetic

Education

BS in Applied Genomics

MS in Applied Genomics

High School diploma

Tools

Object-oriented programming

Job description

Research Technician, 2027-334

The University of Connecticut Health Center is an affirmative action employer, in addition to an EEO and M/F/V/PWD/PV employer.

All employees are subject to adherence to the State Code of Ethics which may be found at www.ethics.state.ct.us.

UConn Health is a vibrant, integrated academic medical center that is entering an era of unprecedented growth in all three areas of its mission: academics, research, and clinical care. A commitment to human health and well-being has been of utmost importance to UConn Health since the founding of the University of Connecticut schools of Medicine and Dental Medicine in 1961. Based on a strong foundation of groundbreaking research, first-rate education, and quality clinical care, we have expanded our medical missions over the decades. In just over 50 years, UConn Health has evolved to encompass more research endeavors, to provide more ways to access our superior care, and to innovate both practical medicine and our methods of educating the practitioners of tomorrow.

We seek a research Technician to work with both computational and experimental scientists on various projects in computational genomics and molecular biology. The candidate will study the function of transcription factors in cell cultures using molecular biology and genomics techniques. The majority of the candidate's time will be devoted to their independent project. The candidate will have flexibility to choose their research projects in the states areas, matched with close mentorship, and the ability to use their work to establish academic independence.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED

Works under close supervision; works under general supervision with acquired experience.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

• Receives training in designated research protocols which involves basic technical laboratory techniques and procedures and the operation of laboratory equipment such as but not limited to, cryostat, microscope, etc.
• Assists research and laboratory personnel with experiments and procedures.
• Performs computer related tasks.
• Records and maintains accurate records utilizing computer database or manual methods and performs related clerical tasks, such as labeling, filing, inventories and requisition of supplies, tissue samples, etc.
• Trains and coordinates the activities of student workers.
• Performs equipment calibration and minor equipment maintenance such as but not limited to, pumps, compressors x-ray equipment, spectrophotometers, etc.
• Serves as a resource to other learning specific techniques and/or process.
• Organizes supplies, materials or equipment.
• Performs other related duties as assigned or required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY

• Some knowledge of laboratory equipment, basic staining and slide procedures.
• Familiarity with basic laboratory equipment/procedures.
• Some interpersonal skills; oral and written communications skills.
• Excellent computer skills with ability to perform accurate data entry.
• Ability to utilize computer software.
• Ability to follow instructions [verbal or written]; and apply policies and procedures.
• Ability to perform simple calculations and keep simple technical records.

EXPERIENCE & TRAINING

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• One (1) year of experience in a laboratory/medical setting.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

• 4-year Degree and a master's degree in Applied Genomics
• Experience in each of the following:
• Genomics; multivariate data analysis; molecular biology; cell biology; fluorescence and phase-contrast microscopy; high-throughput genomics analysis; and mammalian cell culture""

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Deep understanding and experience with object-oriented programming languages.
• A record of publication in peer-reviewed journals.
• Experience in Genomics.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• May occasionally be required to lift standard laboratory equipment and supplies.
• May be exposed to risk from such elements as toxic vapor.

SCHEDULE

This position is full-time, up to 40 hours per week. The schedule will be determined based on lab/department needs.

The duration of this appointment will be approximately one year.