Research Technologist II: RNA & Antibody Therapeutics

The Medical College of Wisconsin, Inc.; United States; On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

The Medical College of Wisconsin, Inc. invites applications for a research technician to join the laboratory of Dr. Chaluvally-Raghavan in Milwaukee, focusing on RNA‑binding proteins, immuno-oncology, and therapeutic antibodies for cancer.

Ideal candidates will have hands-on molecular biology experience, cell culture, RNA and protein analyses, and a strong cancer biology background. The role requires meticulous record-keeping and collaboration across a multidisciplinary team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree is required.
• Minimum one year experience in a lab setting.
• Experience with molecular biology techniques is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Carry out routine and complex experiments.
• Monitor inventory and order lab supplies.
• Prepare media and maintain cell cultures.
• Perform immune cell profiling using flow cytometry.
• Perform RNA sequencing and qRT-PCR for gene expression analysis.
• Evaluate anti-tumor effects of antibodies or small molecules in vitro and in vivo models.
• Meet with PI and staff to evaluate data and interpret results.
• Oversee daily lab operations in absence of supervisor or PI.
• Assist in development and implementation of research protocols.
• Record and communicate summaries of experimental results.
• Help evaluate data quality and QC of assays.
• Operate and maintain specialized lab equipment.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Biology knowledge

Chemistry knowledge

Mathematics

Documentation

Records management

Data analysis

Critical thinking

Problem solving

Writing skills

Resource management

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

The Medical College of Wisconsin, Inc. invites applications for a research technician to join the laboratory of Dr. Chaluvally-Raghavan in Milwaukee, focusing on RNA‑binding proteins, immuno-oncology, and therapeutic antibodies for cancer.

Ideal candidates will have hands-on molecular biology experience, cell culture, RNA and protein analyses, and a strong cancer biology background. The role requires meticulous record-keeping and collaboration across a multidisciplinary team.