Research Technician - Retinal Biology & AMD Lab

ARVO; New York (NY); On-site; USD 43,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

The State University of New York College of Optometry seeks a Research Technician to join the Ghosh Laboratory. The ideal candidate is a recent biology graduate eager to gain hands-on research experience for 1–2 years before pursuing graduate, medical, or other professional training.

Under supervision, you will learn modern molecular, cellular, and animal research techniques and contribute to publications and presentations. This role is well suited for those preparing for a research career.

Qualifications

• Recent graduate with a degree in biology or a related field.
• Interested in gaining hands-on research experience for 1–2 years before graduate/medical training.
• Willingness to operate mice and conduct standard molecular/cellular techniques.

Responsibilities

• Assist with maintenance of mouse colonies, including breeding, genotyping, and record-keeping.
• Perform routine molecular and cell biology techniques (cell culture, PCR/qPCR, western blotting, cloning, immunohistochemistry).
• Assist with tissue collection, cryo-sectioning, and microscopy experiments.
• Maintain laboratory inventories, supplies, and equipment.
• Record, organize, and analyze experimental data using standard software tools.
• Participate in lab meetings and contribute to research discussions.
• Assist with preparation of figures, reports, and manuscripts for publications.

Skills

Mouse handling

Molecular biology

PCR/qPCR

Western blotting

Immunohistochemistry

Cell culture

Cloning

Microscopy

Data analysis

Record-keeping

Education

Bachelor's degree in Biology

Tools

PCR/qPCR

Western blotting

Cloning

Immunohistochemistry

Cell culture

Cryo-sectioning

Microscopy

Job description

The State University of New York College of Optometry seeks a Research Technician to join the Ghosh Laboratory. The ideal candidate is a recent biology graduate eager to gain hands-on research experience for 1–2 years before pursuing graduate, medical, or other professional training.

Under supervision, you will learn modern molecular, cellular, and animal research techniques and contribute to publications and presentations. This role is well suited for those preparing for a research career.