Research Technician - Dong Lab

The University of Kansas Health System; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 29,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

The University of Kansas Health System in Kansas City seeks a Research Technician for the Dong Lab to work on human bacterial pathogens under the PI’s supervision. The role focuses on executing established research procedures, collecting and recording data, and contributing to collaborative projects across the US.

Responsibilities include managing lab inventory, maintaining a laboratory notebook, generating data for publications and grant submissions, and ensuring compliance with biosafety

Qualifications

• 4 years experience in research with bacteria; education may substitute for experience
• Bachelor’s degree in Microbiology or related field
• Experience with PCR, aseptic technique, dilution plating or similar microbiological methods
• Strong organizational and analytical skills

Responsibilities

• Manage lab inventory, ordering and restocking of supplies, reagents and media; maintain records
• Maintain a current Laboratory Notebook documenting calculations, work and experiments
• Perform collaborative studies with other research laboratories across the US
• Generate data and documentation for published papers and assist with grant submissions
• Participate in regular PI/lab meetings to discuss experimental design and results and interpretations

Skills

PCR

Aseptic technique

Dilution plating

Organizational skills

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree Microbiology or related field

Job description

Department:

SOM KC Department of Microbiology, Molecular Genetic and Immunology

Dong Lab

Position Title:

Research Technician - Dong Lab

Job Family Group:

Professional Staff

Job Description Summary:

The Dong lab seeks a Research Technician to conduct research on human bacterial pathogens.

Job Description:

Job Duties Outlined

Research Overview: Under the direct supervision of PI and other research staff, it conducts routine elements of research work that requires the use of skills, technical and academic knowledge to follow established procedures, and record results.

• Manage lab inventory, including ordering and restocking of supplies, reagents, and media, as well as other laboratory records.
• Maintain a current Laboratory Notebook, documenting all calculations, work, experiments, and other pertinent research information.
• Perform collaborative studies with other research laboratories across the US.
• Generation of data and documentation of research performed for the preparation of published papers, as well as assistance on grant submissions and other documentation necessary for laboratory compliance.
• Participate in regular communication with the PI and lab members via lab meetings and to discuss experimental design and interpretation of results.

Compliance: Attend and maintain compliance on all orientation and training sessions designated by the University and the Microbiology, Molecular Genetics and Immunology Department, understand and follow IACUC and biosafety protocols, and attend departmental seminars and regular lab meetings.

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. It is only a summary of the typical functions of the job, not an exhaustive list of all possible job responsibilities, tasks, duties, and assignments. Furthermore, job duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Required Qualifications

Work Experience : 4 years experience in research with bacteria. Education may substitute for experience on a year for year basis

Preferred Qualifications

Education : Bachelor’s degree Microbiology or related field.

Work Experience :

• Experience performing the following research techniques: PCR, aseptic technique, dilution plating, and other microbiological methods.

Skills

• Organizational Skills
• Analytical skills

Required Documents

Resume/CV

Cover Letter

Comprehensive Benefits Package:

Coverage begins on day one for health, dental, and vision insurance and includes health expense accounts with generous employer contributions if the employee participates in a qualifying health plan. Employer-paid life insurance, long-term disability insurance, and various additional voluntary insurance plans are available. Paid time off, including vacation and sick, begins accruing upon hire, plus ten paid holidays. One paid discretionary day is available after six months of employment, and paid time off for bereavement, jury duty, military service, and parental leave is available after 12 months of employment. A retirement program with a generous employer contribution and additional voluntary retirement programs (457 or 403b) are available. https://www.kumc.edu/human-resources/benefits.html

Employee Type:

Regular

Time Type:

Full time

Rate Type:

Hourly

Compensation Statement:

The pay range listed for this position is determined by our compensation program using market data and salary benchmarking. A combination of factors is considered in making compensation decisions including, but not limited to, education, experience and training, qualifications relative to the requirements of the position, and funding. At the University of Kansas Medical Center, a reasonable estimate for the starting pay range will be the minimum to midpoint of the posted range, taking into account the combination of factors listed above.

Pay Range:

$21.06 - $27.40

Minimum

$21.06

Midpoint

$24.23

Maximum

$27.40