Research Technician B

Albert Einstein College of Medicine; New York (NY); On-site; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a motivated individual to join their research team focused on HIV studies. This role involves managing mouse models, performing technical procedures, and analyzing data to contribute to groundbreaking research in immunotherapy. Candidates with a background in molecular biology and relevant laboratory experience will thrive in this dynamic environment. If you are eager to make a difference in the field of medical research and possess the necessary skills, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related science and 0-2 years of experience required.
• Experience with tissue culture and molecular biology preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage mouse breeding colony and perform tissue culture.
• Conduct mouse injections, bleeding, and DNA/RNA extractions.

Skills

Tissue culture

Molecular biology

Data analysis

Flow cytometry

Mouse handling

Education

Bachelor's Degree in a related science

Tools

DNA extraction tools

RNA extraction tools

Flow cytometer

Job description

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES

We have developed mouse models of HIV infection, pathogenesis, and treatment. In addition, we are using these humanized mice to study immunotherapeutics to treat and cure HIV infection.

The person will:

• Perform a moderate number of simple or moderate technical procedures including:
  • Managing mouse breeding colony
  • Tissue culture
  • Mouse injection and bleeding
  • DNA and RNA extraction
  • Flow cytometry
• Require occasional guidance
• Occasionally be responsible for ordering routine supplies
• Rarely modify technical procedures
• Rarely train other lab members
• Rarely guide other lab members
• A simple/limited understanding of scientific literature and the research goals and rationale is required
• Occasionally analyze data
• Rarely interpret data

QUALIFICATIONS

• Required to have at least a Bachelor's Degree in a related science or equivalent skills and related experience, and zero to two years of related experience
• 1 to 2 years experience with tissue culture, mouse bleeding, surgery, molecular biology, and assays preferred
• Background in Molecular Biology a plus
• Laboratory courses in Biology, Chemistry, or Biochemistry/Molecular Biology preferred

COMPENSATION

Hiring Rate: $26.80

Post Probationary Rate: $27.33

Job Rate: $28.18

Hiring Rate based on 35 hours/week: $29.42

Post Probationary Rate based on 35 hours/week: $29.99

Job Rate based on 35 hours/week: $30.91

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