Research Technician III - Minsoo Lab

University of Rochester; United States; On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Rochester is seeking a Lab Technician to support the Kim laboratory. You will perform specialized tests and analyze data using flow cytometry and microscopy, under guidance from Dr. Kim.

The role requires a high school diploma; an associate degree is preferred, with about five years of relevant experience in a biological lab setting. On-site work with opportunities to contribute to grant submissions and publications.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Associate's degree preferred in biological science with Microbiology & Immunology coursework.
• 5 years' experience in basic sampling, monitoring or research activities and data reporting.
• Experience with flow cytometry and microscope preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plans and performs a variety of moderately complex laboratory tests, analyses, and observations, using techniques of cellular immunology including flow and microscope.
• Applies these techniques to evaluate interdisciplinary clinical studies and trials.
• Extracts and analyzes experimental data; analyzes flow cytometry data using Flowjo and other proprietary software.
• Assists in the management of the laboratory's reagent inventory and day-to-day operations.
• Prepares presentation materials for seminars, publications, and grant submissions.

Skills

Flow cytometry

Microscope

Laboratory data analysis

Education

Associate's degree in biological science

High school diploma or GED

Tools

FlowJo

Job description

Job Location (Full Address)

601 Elmwood Ave, Rochester, New York, United States of America, 14642

Opening

Worker Subtype: Regular

Time Type: Full time

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40

Department: 400023 Microbiology Administration

Work Shift: UR - Day (United States of America)

Range: UR URG 106 H

Compensation Range: $21.78 - $30.53

The referenced pay range represents the minimum and maximum compensation for this job. Individual annual salaries/hourly rates will be set within the job's compensation range, and will be determined by considering factors including, but not limited to, market data, education, experience, qualifications, expertise of the individual, and internal equity considerations.

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Responsibilities

GENERAL PURPOSE

Provide direct research support in the Kim laboratory. The Lab Technician will perform non-routine laboratory assignments involving some complexity and variety, with counsel from Dr. Kim.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Plans and performs a variety of moderately complex laboratory tests, analyses, and observations, using techniques of cellular immunology including flow and microscope.
• Applies these techniques to evaluate interdisciplinary clinical studies and trials.
• Extracts and analyzes experimental data; analyzes flow cytometry data using Flowjo and other proprietary software.
• Assesses the importance of findings in relation to the general research program.
• Operates computer and/or peripheral equipment
• Maintains quality control tracking of methods and reagent performance performing QC testing and maintenance of computerized inventory and databases
• Prepares presentation materials for seminar presentations, publications, and preliminary data for grant submissions.
• Presents research results at lab meetings and assists in writing papers for publication.
• Assists in the management of the laboratory's reagent inventory, including reagents necessary for day-to-day laboratory operations; keep research supplies stocked
• Other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• High school diploma or GED Required
• Associate's degree in a biological science or a related field, with major course work in the field of Microbiology & Immunology Preferred
• 5 years' experience with performing basic sampling, monitoring or research activities; compiling and collecting data and preparing reports or equivalent combination of education and experience Required
• Experience with flow cytometry and microscope Preferred

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Basic lab techniques Required

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