After entry-level training under the general supervision of a faculty investigator or laboratory supervisor, the Research Technologist is responsible for performing both routine assays and experimental techniques in the study of hepatitis B virus and the immune system in a research laboratory. Additional responsibilities will include contributing to general maintenance of the laboratory, equipment, and supplies.

Specific Duties & Responsibilities

• Follows established procedures or protocols and utilizes aseptic techniques to perform experiments associated with molecular biology, immunology, serology and/or virology. These may include:
• Perform routine molecular biology assays to explore mechanisms influencing viral outcome and infectivity; LCM (laser capture microdissection), nucleic acid extractions and purifications, gel electrophoresis, real-time PCR, droplet digital PCR, sequencing, etc.
• Rigorous documentation of experimental planning, experimental methods, and experimental results updated on a daily basis. Responsible for the operation of lab computers for data entry. Maintain accurate data records and laboratory notebook.
• Monitoring and maintaining a large inventory of human tissue specimens and nucleic acid samples. Requires excellent attention to detail and organizational skills. Maintains accurate data records.
• Operate basic laboratory equipment such as centrifuge, pH meter, analytical balance, scintillation counter, spectrophotometer, light microscope, plate washer and/or utilize biological safety cabinet. This person may also utilize sophisticated instrumentation such as flow cytometer, spectrophotometer, luminometer, thermal cycler, light cycler, droplet generator, LCM, etc.
• Maintains and makes necessary adjustments to equipment, e.g. calibrating, and alignment. Prepares solutions, reagents, and stains following standard laboratory formulas and procedures.
• Monitors inventory levels, orders materials and supplies in accordance with established policies and procedures counts orders upon receipt.
• Additional responsibilities related to the daily laboratory operations will be assigned as needed.

• Bachelor's degree in biology, chemistry, or a related field.

• Laboratory undergraduate work experience in molecular biology is preferred
• Some related post-undergraduate work experience is preferred.
  

• Basic Microsoft Office experience preferred.
  

Classified Title: Research Technologist
Role/Level/Range: ACRO40/E/02/CC
Starting Salary Range: $15.50 - $26.00 HRLY ($43,160 targeted; Commensurate with experience)
Employee group: Full Time
Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:30am-5:00pm
Exempt Status:Non-Exempt
Location:School of Medicine Campus
Department name: SOM DOM ID Hepatitis Center
Personnel area: School of Medicine