Research Technician I - Microbiology

University at Buffalo; Town of Amherst (NY); On-site; USD 35,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

University at Buffalo in Amherst, NY is seeking a Research Technician I in Microbiology & Immunology to support gut microbiota research. The role involves performing routine experiments, recording data, and contributing to publications under supervision in a cutting-edge lab.

The candidate should have a BSc or MSc in microbiology or a related field, with at least one year of lab experience and familiarity with bacterial/phage work, sequencing, and bioinformatics.

Qualifications

• Minimum qualifications include education in a related field and at least one year of research experience.
• At least one year of relevant laboratory experience.
• A combination of education and experience may be considered year-for-year in lieu of a degree.

Responsibilities

• Conduct routine experiments following established protocols.
• Timely recording of experimental details and results.
• Communicating findings with the PI and contributing to publications.

Skills

Laboratory experience

Molecular biology

Bioinformatics

Bacteria cultivation

Phage cultivation

Education

BSc in Microbiology, Biochemistry, Bioengineering, or related field

MSc in Microbiology or related field

Tools

HPLC

MS

DNA sequencing

Job description

Research Technician I - Microbiology & Immunology

Position Information

Position Title: Research Technician I - Microbiology & Immunology

Department: Microbiology and Immunology

Job Type: Full-Time

Posting Link: https://www.ubjobs.buffalo.edu/postings/64440

Position Summary

This position is immediately available in the lab of Dr. Yolanda Huang (Department of Microbiology & Immunology). The lab's research focuses on discovering new functions encoded among gut anaerobic bacteria and bacteriophages using high-throughput functional genomics. We also study bacteria-phage interactions and how phages alter bacterial physiology and microbial composition dynamics. The overall goal is to advance our understanding of the gut microbiota at the molecular level. Research projects leverage cutting-edge techniques, including DNA barcoding, short and long-read sequencing technologies, and high-throughput functional genomics.

Responsibilities

• Conducting routine experiments following established protocols
• Timely recording of experimental details and results
• Performing data interpretations and communicating findings with the PI
• Contributing to publications through experimental/computational work and writing
• Participating and contributing to group meetings
• Assisting other lab members when/where expertise is needed
• Performing weekly lab maintenance duties including purchasing, stocking supplies
• Completing administrative tasks

The ideal candidate will also participate in the design and execution of wet lab experiments and/or computational analyses and is expected to contribute to publications. This may include bacterial genetics, molecular cloning, bacteria and phage cultivations (aerobic and anaerobic), protein purifications, bioinformatics, and various -omic techniques. The lab is committed to the success of all members and provides close mentorship and opportunities for research and career development.

The ideal candidate will have recently obtained their BSc or MSc in microbiology, bioengineering, bioinformatics, or a related field. Experiences in any of the following areas would be an asset: bacteria and/or phage isolation and cultivation, microbial genetics, molecular biology, protein biochemistry, assay development, analytical chemistry (HPLC, MS), sequencing, and bioinformatics.

Benefits

• Our benefits, where we prioritize your well-being and success to enhance every aspect of your life.
• Being a part of the University at Buffalo community.

As an Equal Opportunity / Affinitive Action employer, the Research Foundation will not discriminate in its employment practices due to an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin and veteran or disability status.

Minimum Qualifications

• Education in a related field and at least one year of experience directly related to the research.
• At least one (1) year of relevant laboratory experience.
• A combination of education and experience may be considered in lieu of a degree on a year-for-year basis.

Preferred Qualifications

• BSc in Microbiology, Biochemistry, Bioengineering, or a related field
• Experience in bacteria or phage cultivation, molecular biology, and/or bioinformatics
• Experience in experimental or computational work
• Self-motivation, ability to work independently and collaborate within a team, time-management and organizational skills, strong communication skills

Salary Range

$34,919— $40,000

Is a background check required for this posting?

No

Contact Information

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Posting Dates

Posted: 09/29/2026