Research Senior Technician-Pulmonary Critical Care and Sleep

Research Senior Technician-Pulmonary Critical Care and Sleep

Research Senior Technician to assist and support scientific investigation to study how environmental factors alter lung disease as directed in the Department of Internal Medicine and Division of Pulmonary, Critical Care and Sleep Medicine; independently conducts assigned experiments; performs a variety of molecular, cellular, and biological research techniques and procedures including PCR reactions, gel electrophoresis, assays, cell cultures and lipidomic analysis; sorts and processes tissue and blood samples; tests and evaluates current procedures; performs routine procedures on lab animals; records, consolidates and assists with analysis of research results; assists in evaluating validity of data obtained from experimental procedures; summarizes data for inclusion in grant proposals and manuscripts; prepares research progress reports; assists principal investigator with the preparation of publications, manuscripts, articles, posters, and abstracts; conducts library research on requested topics through researching current literature; oversees and maintains accurate records of laboratory activities; assists with training of junior research staff, and undergraduate and graduate students in research methods and equipment operation; sets up and operates laboratory equipment; monitors research supply, including specimens, inventory and initiates procurement requests as needed.

Location:

Davis Heart and Lung Research Institute (0113)

Position Type:

Regular

Scheduled Hours:

25

Shift:

First Shift

Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check. A drug screen or physical may be required during the post offer process.

The university is an equal opportunity employer, including veterans and disability.