Research Technician

Georgetown University; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 25,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Georgetown University seeks a self-motivated researcher to advance organ-on-a-chip and 3D bioprinting projects in the Alimperti lab. The role focuses on engineering 3D multicellular tissue constructs for hard and soft tissue regeneration using 3D printing and microfluidic techniques.

The candidate will perform independent research, collaborate with students/postdocs, and report to Dr. Alimperti in an on-campus setting in Washington, DC.

Qualifications

• A Bachelor or master degree in a related field is required.
• Familiarity with molecular biology and biochemistry is a plus.
• Minimum of 1 year experience is required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct cutting-edge research on organ-on-a-chip and 3D bioprinting.
• Engineer 3D multicellular tissue constructs for hard and soft tissue regeneration using 3D printing and microfluidic techniques.
• Collaborate with students/postdocs in the Alimperti lab and report to Dr. Alimperti.

Skills

Molecular biology

Biochemistry

Research experience

Self-motivated

Education

Bachelor or Master in chemistry, pharmacology, biochemistry, or medicine

Job description

Georgetown University comprises two unique campuses in the nation's capital. With the Hilltop Campus located in the heart of the historic Georgetown neighborhood, and the Capitol Campus, just minutes from the U.S. Capitol and U.S. Supreme Court, Georgetown University offers rigorous academic programs, a global perspective, and unparalleled opportunities to engage with Washington, D.C. Our community is a close-knit group of remarkable individuals driven by intellectual inquiry, a commitment to social justice, and a shared dedication to making a difference in the world.

Job Overview

This position offers an opportunity to conduct cutting-edge research on organ-on-a-chip and 3D bioprinting. We are looking for a self-motivated individual who is excited about biomedical research. The ideal candidate will work on engineering structural/functional 3D multicellular tissue constructs for hard and soft tissue regeneration by using 3D printing and microfluidic techniques.

Work Interactions

The individual will perform independent research and report to Dr. Alimperti. The individual will work and collaborate with students/postdocs at the Alimperti lab.

Requirements and Qualifications

• A Bachelor or master degree in a related field such as chemistry, pharmacology, biochemistry, and medicine, is required
• Familiarity with molecular biology and biochemistry is a plus
• A minimum of 1 year experience is required

Work Mode Designation

This position has been designated as On-Campus. Please note that work mode designations are regularly reviewed in order to meet the evolving needs of the University. Such review may necessitate a change to a position's mode of work designation. Complete details about Georgetown University's mode of work designations for staff and AAP positions can be found on the Department of Human Resources website: https://hr.georgetown.edu/mode-of-work-designation

Pay Range

The projected salary or hourly pay range for this position which represents the full range of anticipated compensation is: $18.40 - $27.33. Compensation is determined by a number of factors including, but not limited to, the candidate's individual qualifications, experience, education, skills, and certifications, as well as the University's business needs and external factors.

EEO Statement

GU is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply, and will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, citizenship, color, disability, family responsibilities, gender identity and expression, genetic information, marital status, matriculation, national origin, race, religion, personal appearance, political affiliation, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Benefits

• Georgetown University offers a comprehensive and competitive benefit package that includes medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance, retirement savings, tuition assistance, work-life balance benefits, employee discounts and an array of voluntary insurance options.

You can learn more about benefits and eligibility on the Department of Human Resources website.