Tissue-Resident Immunity Research Technologist II

Versit; Wauwatosa (WI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision Plans

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Holidays

Short- and Long-term disability

life insurance

7% match dollar for dollar 401(k)

voluntary programs

discount programs

others

Job summary

Versiti Blood Research Institute's Jarjour laboratory seeks a Research Technologist II to join its tissue-resident immunity program. The lab focuses on organ homeostasis and first-line defense, supported by a 5-year NIAID DP2 award, and prioritizes curiosity, collaboration, and rigorous science.

The role involves planning, executing experiments, troubleshooting assays, coordinating resources, and contributing to publications while maintaining compliant records and data.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in biology, chemistry or related field required.
• Master's degree preferred.
• 1–3 years relevant research or medical laboratory experience beyond degree preferred.
• Ability to perform procedures independently and maintain detailed records.

Responsibilities

• Works with Principal Investigator to plan, structure, and execute research experiments.
• Troubleshoots assays and customizes tools to answer research questions.
• Coordinates resources required to complete the research plan.
• May provide direction to laboratory group and trainees.
• Generates clear records of experimental work and contributes to publications.

Skills

Analytical ability

Problem solving

Detail oriented

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Multi-tasking

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Master's Degree

Tools

Research equipment

Personal computer

Job description

Versiti Blood Research Institute's Jarjour laboratory seeks a Research Technologist II to join its tissue-resident immunity program. The lab focuses on organ homeostasis and first-line defense, supported by a 5-year NIAID DP2 award, and prioritizes curiosity, collaboration, and rigorous science.

The role involves planning, executing experiments, troubleshooting assays, coordinating resources, and contributing to publications while maintaining compliant records and data.