Research Technician: Molecular & Animal Lab Specialist

University at Buffalo - SUNY; Town of Amherst (NY); On-site; USD 37,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Retirement plan

Public service loan forgiveness

Career coaching

Job summary

University at Buffalo - SUNY is seeking a laboratory technician to work under supervision, performing routine experiments per established protocols. The role includes recording results, assisting postdocs and staff, and maintaining equipment.

It involves animal handling and some surgeries, as well as managing animal colonies and lab supplies. The ideal candidate has an Associate degree with experience and familiarity with basic techniques; a Bachelor’s degree is preferred.

Qualifications

• Associate degree and at least one year of experience.
• Familiarity with basic laboratory techniques and procedures.
• Willingness to participate in small animal (mouse) handling and surgeries.

Responsibilities

• Record test results.
• Maintain laboratory equipment and supplies, and monitor animal colonies.
• Provide technical assistance to postdocs/graduate students and other research staff within the group.
• Assist in execution of small animal (mouse) handling and surgeries and participate in cellular and molecular biology assays.
• Involved in management and care of the animal colony.
• Maintain lab equipment, prepare stock solutions and place orders based on lab needs.

Education

Associate degree

Bachelor’s degree in science

Job description

University at Buffalo - SUNY is seeking a laboratory technician to work under supervision, performing routine experiments per established protocols. The role includes recording results, assisting postdocs and staff, and maintaining equipment.

It involves animal handling and some surgeries, as well as managing animal colonies and lab supplies. The ideal candidate has an Associate degree with experience and familiarity with basic techniques; a Bachelor’s degree is preferred.