Research Technician I, Microbiology and Immunology

University at Buffalo; Virginia; On-site; USD 38,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Retirement plan

Job summary

University at Buffalo is seeking a Research Technician I in Microbiology and Immunology to support studies on innate immunity and pathogenesis in arthritogenic alphavirus infections. The role involves hands-on lab work under the supervision of the Principal Investigator.

The candidate will perform in vitro/in vivo experiments, manage cell lines, and conduct mouse infections with appropriate safety training in a BSL-2/BSL-3 setting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Microbiology or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 2+ years of laboratory work experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Train on and perform in vitro and in vivo experiments related to arthritogenic alphavirus infections.
• Generate and maintain primary cell lines from mice and commercially available lines; carry out infections in cells.
• Carry out virus infections in mice and perform mouse genotyping.
• Work at both BSL-2 and BSL-3 and complete institutional safety training.

Skills

Laboratory work

Education

Bachelor's degree in Microbiology

Job description

Research Technician I, Microbiology and Immunology

Position Information

Position Title: Research Technician I, Microbiology and Immunology

Department: Microbiology and Immunology

Posting Link: https://apptrkr.com/9921019"">https://www.ubjobs.buffalo.edu/postings/65363

Job Type: Full-Time

Posting Detail Information

Position Summary

The Holmes Lab and the Department of Microbiology and Immunology at the University at Buffalo seek a Research Technician I to carry out research projects related to innate immunity and pathogenesis in arthritogenic alphavirus infections.

Under the direction of the Principal Investigator:

• The candidate will be trained on and perform in vitro and in vivo experiments related to arthritogenic alphavirus infections.
• The candidate will generate and maintain primary cell lines from mice and commercially available cell lines and carry out arthritogenic alphavirus infections in both primary cells and cell lines.
• The candidate will carry out virus infections in mice and perform mouse genotyping.
• The candidate will be required to work at both BSL-2 and BSL-3 and will receive the appropriate institutional safety training.

Outstanding Benefits Package

Working at UB comes with benefits that exceed salary alone. There are personal rewards including comprehensive health and retirement plan options.

We also focus on creating and sustaining a healthy mix of work, personal and academic pursuit – all in an effort to support your work-life effectiveness. We support your growth and development through our career coaching and training department and we qualify as a public service loan forgiveness organization. Learn more about the great benefits the University at Buffalo has to offer.

About The University at Buffalo

The University at Buffalo (UB) #ubuffalo is one of America's leading public research universities and a flagship of the State University of New York system, recognized for our excellence and our impact. UB is a premier, research-intensive public university dedicated to academic excellence. Our research, creative activity and people positively impact the world. Like the city we call home, UB is distinguished by a culture of resilient optimism, resourceful thinking and pragmatic dreaming that enables us to reach others every day. Visit our website to learn more about the University at Buffalo.

The Research Foundation of SUNY is an EOE and welcomes all to apply including veterans and individuals with a disability.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Microbiology or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Preferred Qualifications

2 or more years of experience in laboratory work.

Salary Range

$42,000

Special Instructions Summary

Is a background check required for this posting?

No

Contact Information

Contact's Name: Autumn Holmes

Contact's Pronouns:

Contact's Title: Assistant Professor

Contact's Email: [e-mail]

Contact's Phone: [phone]

Posting Dates

Posted: 10/26/2026

Deadline for Applicants:

Date to be filled: 12/01/2026