Research Technician

Department/Unit:
Molecular & Cellular Physiology

Work Shift:
Day (United States of America)

Salary Range:
$46,215.00 - $60,080.00

Join Our Research Team

Are you a recent graduate looking to gain hands-on research experience and prepare for graduate or professional school? Our laboratory is seeking a motivated and responsible Research Technician to join our team.

This position provides an opportunity to learn and develop practical skills in molecular biology, cell culture, and mouse research while contributing to ongoing biomedical research projects. Training will be provided for laboratory techniques and animal procedures.

What You'll Do

• Assist with mouse colony maintenance, breeding, genotyping, and record-keeping
• Perform routine animal care following institutional guidelines
• Learn and perform molecular biology techniques, including PCR, gel electrophoresis, and cell culture
• Assist with experiments, data collection, and laboratory documentation
• Maintain an organized laboratory and help manage research supplies

Who We're Looking For

• Bachelor's degree or expected bachelor's degree in biology, Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, or a related field
• Strong interest in biomedical research
• Reliable, organized, and detail-oriented
• Willingness to learn new laboratory techniques
• Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team
• Prior research experience is helpful but not required

What You'll Gain

• Hands-on experience in molecular and cellular biology
• Training in laboratory and animal research techniques
• Experience working on active biomedical research projects
• Preparation for graduate, medical, or other health-related professional programs
• Experience working in a collaborative research environment

Work Environment: This position involves both laboratory and animal facility work. Candidates must be comfortable working with laboratory animals and following all required safety and compliance procedures.

Thank you for your interest in Albany Med Health System!

Albany Med Health System is an equal opportunity employer.

This role may require access to information considered sensitive to Albany Med Health System, its patients, affiliates, and partners, including but not limited to HIPAA Protected Health Information and other information regulated by Federal and New York State statutes. Workforce members are expected to ensure that:

Access to information is based on a "need to know" and is the minimum necessary to properly perform assigned duties. Use or disclosure shall not exceed the minimum amount of information needed to accomplish an intended purpose. Reasonable efforts, consistent with Albany Med Health System policies and standards, shall be made to ensure that information is adequately protected from unauthorized access and modification.