Research Technician

The Stowers Institute for Medical Research; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

The Stowers Institute for Medical Research is seeking a Research Technician to join the Custom Protein Resources Technology Center in Kansas City. The successful candidate will perform hands-on molecular biology, protein expression, purification, and characterization workflows while supporting center organization and operations.

Candidates should have a BS in a life-science field (Master's preferred), 3+ years of lab experience, and strong documentation and communication skills.

Qualifications

• BS in Biology, Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Chemistry, or related life-science discipline.
• 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

Molecular biology

Protein expression

Protein purification

Biochemistry

Documentation

Communication

Independent work

Collaboration

Education

BSc in life sciences

MS encouraged

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.