Research Technician

Stowers Institute for Medical Research; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

The Stowers Institute for Medical Research seeks a Research Technician to join the Custom Protein Resources Technology Center, providing specialized protein biochemistry support to scientists across the Institute.

The successful candidate will perform hands-on molecular biology, protein expression, purification, and characterization workflows, while helping organize protocols, documentation, and center operations for reproducible workflows and efficient instrumentation use.

Qualifications

• BS in Biology, Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Chemistry, or related life-science discipline; Master's-level candidates encouraged.
• Three or more years of hands-on laboratory experience preferred.
• Demonstrated organizational ability and/or experience maintaining laboratory records, inventories, or shared resources.
• Hands-on experience with molecular biology, protein expression, purification, biochemistry, or related laboratory techniques.
• Strong attention to detail and written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently, manage competing priorities, take initiative, and collaborate effectively with others.

Responsibilities

• Perform molecular biology, protein expression, purification, and characterization workflows in support of center services.
• Develop and maintain SOPs, protocols, and documentation to support reproducible laboratory workflows and effective use of instrumentation.
• Maintain an organized laboratory, including shared spaces, equipment, reagents, samples and cold storage.
• Maintain organized digital laboratory records, including inventory and freezer management.
• Coordinate instrument maintenance, calibration, and service.
• Support and train researchers in established laboratory procedures and instrumentation use.

Skills

Organization

Written communication

Independent work

Prioritization

Collaboration

Education

BS in Biology/biochemistry/molecular biology/chemistry

Master's encouraged

Tools

ELNs

LIMS

Job description

The Stowers Institute for Medical Research is seeking a Research Technician to join the Custom Protein Resources Technology Center, which provides specialized protein biochemistry expertise, instrumentation, and services to scientists across the Institute. The successful candidate will perform hands-on molecular biology, protein expression, purification, and characterization workflows while supporting the organization, documentation, and smooth operation of the Custom Protein Resources Technology Center.

• Perform molecular biology, protein expression, purification, and characterization workflows in support of center services.
• Develop and maintain SOPs, protocols, and documentation to support reproducible laboratory workflows and effective use of instrumentation.
• Maintain an organized laboratory, including shared spaces, equipment, reagents, samples and cold storage.
• Maintain organized digital laboratory records, including inventory and freezer management.
• Coordinate instrument maintenance, calibration, and service.
• Support and train researchers in established laboratory procedures and instrumentation use.

Minimum Qualifications

• BS in Biology, Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Chemistry, or a related life-science discipline. Master's-level candidates also encouraged to apply.
• Three or more years of hands-on laboratory experience preferred.
• Demonstrated organizational ability and/or experience maintaining laboratory records, inventories, or shared resources.
• Hands-on experience with molecular biology, protein expression, purification, biochemistry, or related laboratory techniques.
• Strong attention to detail and written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently, manage competing priorities, take initiative, and collaborate effectively with others.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience writing SOPs, protocols, or other technical documentation.
• Experience supporting shared scientific instrumentation or working in a core facility, technology center, or multi-user laboratory.
• Experience training others on laboratory procedures or instrumentation.
• Experience with laboratory inventory systems, ELNs, or LIMS.