Part-Time Research Lab Tech II

• Location 1000 OAKLAND DR,KALAMAZOO, MI, 49008-1282,United States
• Base Pay $17.37 - $20.37 / Hour
• Job Category Staff
• Employee Type Non-Exempt < .80 fte

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The Research Laboratory Technician position involves conducting molecular and cellular biology research, including tissue culture, DNA/RNA/protein extraction, and data collection and analysis. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to engage in laboratory research employing innovative techniques.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Communicates problems or matters of a scientific, technical, and/or administrative nature.
• Maintains accurate records of tests conducted, results, data, including calculation of results from supplied data, obtained data, and statistics.
• Responsible for inventory maintenance at each bench assignment.
• Performs a variety of molecular and cellular biology assays using tissue cultures and tissue extracts, including one or more of the following:
  • Western blotting
  • Immunofluorescence staining
  • ELISA
  • RNA isolation/RT-PCR
• Prepares stock solutions and reagents.
• Maintains a clean, efficient work area and replenishes/orders supplies as needed.
• All other duties as assigned.

Requirements

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:

• Candidates should possess a B.S., B.A., or M.S. degree, preferably in Biology, Chemistry, Molecular Biology, or a related discipline.
• Desirable but not required skills include experience with sterile tissue culture, RNA and protein extraction, gel electrophoresis, ELISA, immunofluorescent imaging, Western blotting, and polymerase chain reaction.

OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Ability to accept and apply feedback.
• Regular and predictable attendance is expected.
• Demonstrates the ability to recognize priorities in organization of work flow.
• Able to perform duties independently, with a minimal need for direct supervision.

Summary

About Western Michigan University Homer Stryker M.D. School of Medicine (WMed)

We are committed to excellence and health equity through transformative medical education, high-quality, patient- and family-centered care, innovative research, and community partnerships within a welcoming, supportive, and engaging culture. Our vision is health equity for all in Southwest Michigan through innovation in the practice and study of medicine.

The medical school is a collaboration of Western Michigan University and Kalamazoo's two teaching health systems, Beacon and Bronson Healthcare. The medical school is a private nonprofit corporation supported by private gifts, clinical revenues, research activities, tuition, and endowment income. WMed is the recipient of a $100 million foundational gift and the Empowering Futures Gift, a philanthropic commitment of $300 million to support the mission of the medical school. WMed contributes to the economic vitality of Southwest Michigan through the services we provide, as well as the creation of 1,600 new jobs, with an estimated annual economic impact of $353 million in Kalamazoo and Calhoun counties.

WMed is fully accredited by the Liaison Committee on Medical Education and the Higher Learning Commission. The medical school offers a comprehensive, innovative four-year Doctor of Medicine degree program as well as a Master of Science degree program in Biomedical Sciences. We train physicians in 10 residencies and four fellowships accredited by the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education. To support our educational mission, we have Joint Accreditation for interprofessional continuing education, which incorporates accreditation by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education.

WMed Health is the clinical practice of the medical school with more than 300 providers offering comprehensive primary care and specialty services in several locations throughout the Kalamazoo and Battle Creek areas. Faculty in the Department of Pathology serve as the Office of the Medical Examiner for counties throughout Michigan and northern Indiana.

The W.E. Upjohn M.D. Campus located in downtown Kalamazoo serves as the primary educational facility with student study and social spaces, team-based learning halls, faculty and administrative offices, a state-of-the-art Simulation Center accredited by the Society for Simulation in Healthcare, basic science research labs, as well as toxicology and forensic pathology labs.

WMed builds upon Kalamazoo’s century-long foundation of drug discovery and medical device development with a strategic investment in clinical, laboratory, community, and educational research. The Center for Immunobiology, Center for Clinical Research, Research Histology Lab, Innovation Center, and Human Research Protection Program contribute to the medical school’s advancement of knowledge through innovation and discovery.

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer in compliance with applicable State and Federal law.

Additional Information

• Company Name: Western Michigan University Homer Stryker M.D. School of Medicine