Research Technician - Martins Lab

University of Florida; Gainesville (FL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Florida is looking for a dedicated Research Technician to join the Martins lab, focusing on HIV research using nonhuman primate models. Responsibilities include designing experiments, analyzing data, and maintaining cell cultures.

Candidates should have experience with tissue culture and a bachelor's degree in a relevant field. Preferred skills include knowledge of assays like ELISA and strong organizational abilities.

This full-time position is an excellent opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge research.

Qualifications

• Experience with tissue culture is required.
• Bachelor's degree in an appropriate area of specialization or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Responsibilities

• Design and set up experiments for expressing and purifying recombinant proteins.
• Design and set up assays for quantifying proteins in various solutions.
• Thaw, cryopreserve, and maintain primary cells in culture.
• Analyze and interpret data, graphing results and preparing reports.
• Participate in meetings as both listener and presenter.

Skills

Experience with tissue culture

Ability to work independently

Excellent organizational skills

Collaboration skills

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in Biology/Microbiology/Biochemistry or related field

Tools

Assays (e.g., ELISA, flow cytometry)

Laboratory equipment

Job description

Research Technician - Martins Lab

Job No: 540421
Work Type: Full Time
Location: Palm Beach
Categories: Biology/Life Science, Grant or Research Administration, Veteran's Preference Eligible
Department: 37042060 - SR-IM-MARTINS LAB

Job Description

The Martins lab is looking for a self‑driven Research Technician with strong work ethics and high attention to detail to help develop immune interventions aimed at preventing or controlling HIV infection in a nonhuman primate model of HIV/AIDS research. Candidates with a background in molecular biology and immunology will be given preference. The successful applicant will be expected to work under general supervision, independently and in collaboration with others; perform research for projects and provide interpretation and initial analysis of results; investigate, troubleshoot and modify methods and procedures; assist in designing experiments; perform other related duties, tasks and responsibilities as required or assigned.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Designing and setting up experiments for expressing and purifying recombinant proteins.
• Designing and setting up assays (e.g., ELISA) for quantifying proteins in various solutions, tissue culture supernatant, and/or biological specimens.
• Thawing, cryopreserving, and maintaining primary cells and/or immortalized cell lines in culture.
• Analysis and interpretation of data, including graphing results using various software, preparing reports, and presenting results through slides and/or written reports.
• Preparing/receiving/sending shipments containing biological specimens.
• Placing orders, including negotiating with vendors, editing quotes, and preparing an inventory of items received.
• Participating in meetings as both listener and presenter.
• Checking the status of equipment around the lab.
• Bookkeeping, including recording the details and results of experiments in lab notebooks.

Expected Salary

Commensurate with experience.

Required Qualifications

• Experience with tissue culture is required.
• Bachelor's degree in an appropriate area of specialization or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Preferred

• B.S. or B.A. in Biology/Microbiology/Biochemistry or related field is preferred.
• Excellent organizational, presentation, and collaboration skills.
• Ability to work independently and troubleshoot experiments.
• Keep accurate records and follow protocol instructions with great attention to detail.
• Experience with immunological and biochemistry assays (e.g., ELISA, flow cytometry, protein expression and purification) is highly desirable.

Health Assessment Required

Yes.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The University of Florida is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment based on merit.

Position Status

This position is open until filled.