RESEARCH TECHNICIAN III

Duke Careers; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 31,684 - 46,838; Full time

Job summary

Duke University is seeking a laboratory professional to perform complex tests across biological and chemical disciplines, compiling data and supporting research teams.

The role requires a bachelor's degree in a science field and at least two years of research experience; a master's degree may offset experience. The position emphasizes rigorous data handling and collaboration with principal investigators.

Qualifications

• Work generally requires a bachelor's degree in botany, biology, zoology, psychology or other science related scientific field.
• Two years of research experience required; a related master's degree may offset years of experience.
• Equivalents in education/experience accepted.

Responsibilities

• Set up instruments and equipment for specified tests.
• Prepare tissues, cultures, reagents, and stains for analysis.
• Review literature and document experimental results.
• Develop charts and databases for data analysis.

Education

Bachelor's degree in botany, biology, zoology, psychology or other science related scientific field program

Job description

Occupational Summary

Perform a variety of complex technical duties involved in conducting physical, chemical, biological and other research laboratory tests, experiments and determinations to obtain data for research purposes; compile, analyze, document and draw tentative conclusions from experimental results. Confer with principal investigator to review work assignments and develop plans for research experiments; make minor modifications to existing laboratory procedures and techniques to meet the needs of the particular equipment as required. Review laboratory methods manual, scientific journals, abstracts and other literature for information applicable to research experiments.

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Work Performed

Determine and set up instruments, material and apparatus and operate laboratory equipment required for specific tests. Obtain, prepare, mount and stain tissue, blood and other substances for microscopic examination. Prepare culture media, chemicals, reagents and solutions. Maintain sufficient inventory of material, supplies and equipment for performance of duties; clean and maintain laboratory equipment. Review work of lower level laboratory personnel within designated areas and assist in training new personnel. Develop charts and graphs for scientific publications Maintain database for raw data and organize/prepare scientific data for analysis by the principal investigator. Assist with performing small and short-term basic experiments and completing individualparts of an overall large experiment/project

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Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

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Level Characteristics

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Minimum Qualifications

Education

Work generally requires skills acquired through the completion of a bachelor's degree in botany, biology, zoology, psychology or other science related scientific field program.

Experience

Work requires two years of research experience. A related master's degree may offset required years of experience on a 1:1 basis, e.g., a two year master's degree in lieu of two years of experience. OR AN EQUIVALENT COMBINATION OF RELEVANT EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

Degrees, Licensures, Certifications

Work requires two years of research experience. A related master's degree may offset required years of experience on a 1:1 basis, e.g., a two year master's degree in lieu of two years of experience. OR AN EQUIVALENT COMBINATION OF RELEVANT EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

Choose Duke.

Anticipated Pay Range: Duke University provides an annual base salary range for this position as USD $23.06 to USD $34.96. Duke University considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position; candidate's work experience, education/training, and key skills; internal peer equity; as well as market and organizational considerations when extending an offer.

Your total compensation goes beyond the dollars on your paycheck. Duke provides comprehensive and competitive medical and dental care programs, generous retirement benefits, and a wide array of family-friendly and cultural programs to eligible team members. Learn more at: https://hr.duke.edu/benefits/

Equal Opportunity Employer: Duke is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing employment opportunity without regard to an individual's age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy and pregnancy- related conditions), sexual orientation, or military status.

Duke aspires to create a community built on collaboration, innovation, creativity, and belonging. Our collective success depends on the robust exchange of ideas—an exchange that is best when the rich diversity of our perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences flourishes. To achieve this exchange, it is essential that all members of the community feel secure and welcome, that the contributions of all individuals are respected, and that all voices are heard. All members of our community have a responsibility to uphold these values.

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Nearest Secondary Market: Raleigh

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