Research Technician

Position Information Position Title: Research Technician Department: Microbiology and Immunology Job Type: Full-Time Position Summary Under close supervision of Principal Investigator, conducts a variety of routine experiments following established procedures and protocols, which may include performing assays, tissue culture, electrophoresis, PCR, DNA extraction, microscopy, animal work and other laboratory techniques. Responsibilities The technician will also record test results Maintain laboratory equipment and supplies, and monitor animal colonies. The candidate will provide technical assistance to postdocs/graduate students and other research staff within the group. The candidate will assist in the execution of small animal (mouse) handling and surgeries and participate in executing experiments involving cellular and molecular biology assays. He/She will be involved in the management and care of the animal colony. Other duties involve the maintenance of lab equipment, preparing stock solutions and placing various orders based on lab needs. Outstanding Benefits Package Working at UB comes with benefits that exceed salary alone. There are personal rewards including comprehensive health and retirement plan options. We also focus on creating and sustaining a healthy mix of work, personal and academic pursuit - all in an effort to support your work-life effectiveness. We support your growth and development through our career coaching and training department and we qualify as a public service loan forgiveness organization. Learn more about the great benefits the University at Buffalo has to offer. About The University at Buffalo The University at Buffalo (UB) #ubuffalo is one of America's leading public research universities and a flagship of the State University of New York system, recognized for our excellence and our impact. UB is a premier, research-intensive public university dedicated to academic excellence. Our research, creative activity and people positively impact the world. Like the city we call home, UB is distinguished by a culture of resilient optimism, resourceful thinking and pragmatic dreaming that enables us to reach others every day. Visit our website to learn more about the University at Buffalo. EEO Statement The Research Foundation of SUNY is an EOE and welcomes all to apply including veterans and individuals with a disability. Minimum Qualifications Associate degree and at least one year of experience Preferred Qualifications Bachelor's degree in science preferred Familiarity with basic laboratory techniques and procedures Salary Range $37,000 - $40,000 Special Instructions Summary Is a background check required for this posting? No Contact Information Contact's Name: Spyridon Stavrou Contact's Title: Associate Professor Contact's Email: View email address on click.appcast.io Contact's Phone: View phone number on click.appcast.io #J-18808-Ljbffr University at Buffalo