Department
BSD MED - Hematology and Oncology - Saygin Research Staff
About The Department
The Section of Hematology/Oncology has a proud and long tradition of excellence in research-based patient care and clinical discovery. Ranked among the finest cancer programs in the country, the Section is comprised of nationally and internationally known faculty with expertise in all major types of malignancies, blood disorders, and experimental therapies.
Job Summary
The Research Technician will work on research projects involving vitro and in vivo investigation of novel small molecule inhibitors in the treatment of leukemia, development of transgenic animal models of leukemia, harvesting and cryopreserving hematopoietic tissues from these animals. The position will also include the isolation, processing, banking, and analysis of peripheral blood, bone marrow, and apheresis samples, as well as general lab maintenance such as ordering, stocking supplies etc.
Responsibilities
Under supervision, the Research Technician will plan, design, and execute experiments, adapt existing procedures to the needs of the project, troubleshoot, and contribute intellectually to the project.
Perform support activities and lab maintenance.
Conduct experiments for projects investigating new experimental therapeutics in leukemias. This includes traditional molecular biology (wet lab) experiments such as Western blotting, cell culture, in vitro drug experiments as well as in vivo work focusing on treatment of mice harboring leukemias, and ultimately harvesting organs from these animals when experimental endpoint is met.
Maintain and order lab supplies.
Maintenance of mouse colonies, breeding transgenic models of leukemia.
Maintains technical and administrative support for a research project.
Analyzes and maintains data and/or specimens. Conducts literature reviews. Assists with preparation of reports, manuscripts and other documents.
Performs other related work as needed.
Education:
Minimum Qualifications
Minimum requirements include a college or university degree in related field.
Work Experience:
Minimum requirements include knowledge and skills developed through < 2 years of work experience in a related job discipline.
Certifications:
Preferred Qualifications
Education:
Bachelor's degree.
Experience:
Experience working on independent laboratory research projects.
Preferred Competencies
Organized, task-oriented, good record keeper.
Basic knowledge, skills and enthusiasm for molecular biology and animal research.
Good verbal and written communication skills in English.
Application Documents
Resume/CV (required)
Cover Letter (required)
When applying, the document(s) MUST be uploaded via the My Experience page, in the section titled Application Documents of the application.
Job Family
Research
Role Impact
Individual Contributor
Scheduled Weekly Hours
40
Drug Test Required
No
Health Screen Required
No
Motor Vehicle Record Inquiry Required
No
Pay Rate Type
Salary
FLSA Status
Exempt
Pay Range
$50, $70,000.00
The included pay rate or range represents the University's good faith estimate of the possible compensation offer for this role at the time of posting.
Benefits Eligible
Yes
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