Research Technician I, Microbiology & Immunology — BSL-2/3

University at Buffalo; Town of Amherst (NY); On-site; USD 38,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

The Holmes Lab and the Department of Microbiology and Immunology at the University at Buffalo are seeking a Research Technician I to support research on innate immunity and pathogenesis in arthritogenic alphavirus infections. The role involves hands-on lab work with mice and cell cultures, and requires training in BSL-2/3 handling.

Responsibilities include performing infections, maintaining cell lines, and genotyping, under the direction of the Principal Investigator.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Microbiology or equivalent required.
• 2+ years laboratory experience preferred.
• Experience with cell culture and virology techniques is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform in vitro and in vivo experiments related to arthritogenic alphavirus infections.
• Generate and maintain primary mouse and cell lines; conduct infections.
• Carry out virus infections in mice and mouse genotyping.
• Work in BSL-2 and BSL-3 environments with appropriate safety training.

Skills

Laboratory experience

Lab techniques

Education

Bachelor's degree in Microbiology

Job description

The Holmes Lab and the Department of Microbiology and Immunology at the University at Buffalo are seeking a Research Technician I to support research on innate immunity and pathogenesis in arthritogenic alphavirus infections. The role involves hands-on lab work with mice and cell cultures, and requires training in BSL-2/3 handling.

Responsibilities include performing infections, maintaining cell lines, and genotyping, under the direction of the Principal Investigator.