Technician B - Hematology & Oncology

Technician B - Hematology & Oncology

Reporting to the Principle Investigator and working with postdoctoral staff, the Technician B will provide support to a research laboratory in the Division of Hematology & Oncology.

Responsibilities

• Perform experimental assays and prepare solutions.
• Perform molecular cloning, gene expression profiling, and live imaging with microscopes.
• Purify DNA and RNA for the production of genetic manipulation and perform tail vein injections.
• Perform molecular biology, biochemistry and cell biology on mouse and human bone marrow.
• Perform routine histological techniques including blood smears and cytospins.
• Keep laboratory records, and maintain and order lab supplies.
• Assist with manuscript preparation.
• Perform other related duties necessary to the functioning of the lab.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in chemistry, biology or physics or related science or equivalent in education, training and experience
• Ability to learn independently, with attention to detail

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with laboratory experiments

Other Requirements

• The candidate selected for this position is required to undergo a drug screening test prior to a final offer of employment being made
• Participation in the medical surveillance program
• Work with laboratory animals
• Potential bloodborne pathogen exposure
• Successful completion of applicable compliance and systems training requirements

Equal Opportunity Employer / Disability / Veteran

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