Research Technician II - Panicker Lab

Join Cleveland Clinic’s Main Campus where research and surgery are advanced, technology is leading-edge, patient care is world class and caregivers are family. Here, you will work alongside a passionate and dedicated team, receive endless support and appreciation, and build a rewarding career with one of the most respected healthcare organizations in the world. The Panicker Lab investigates the molecular mechanisms that drive pathology in Dementia with Lewy bodies (DLB), Parkinson’s Disease (PD), and Alzheimer’s Disease (AD), with the eventual goal of developing therapeutics that block or slow disease progression. We study cell-death pathways in neurodegenerative diseases, and how neuroinflammation (primarily mediated by microglial cells in the brain) contributes to the pathogenesis of neurologic disorders. Our current projects explore the mechanisms and consequences of Nod‑Like Receptor Protein‑3 (NLRP3) inflammasome assembly by using cellular and molecular approaches in transgenic‑mouse and iPSC disease models of DLB, PD and AD. Read more about the Panicker Lab: Work Hours A caregiver in this role works days from 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. (flexible start/end times). Responsibilities Perform laboratory techniques and procedures required for experimental studies. Perform technical lab duties as delegated by the Research Staff Supervisor related to the assigned project. Schedule and perform the various analyses needed to complete the project. Assist with establishing and scheduling of various procedures and analysis. Prepare reagents and purify chemicals using chromatography, distillation, etc. Identify, separate and quantify various substances. Conduct tests and procedures utilizing various laboratory equipment and instrumentation. Accumulate data from analyses, prepare charts, graphs, statistical tables for presentation to Research Staff Supervisor for final analysis and preparation for publication, grant proposals and applications for research funds. Potentially order laboratory supplies and equipment. Minimum Qualifications High School Diploma or GED and two years of experience in a research or related laboratory environment OR Associate’s Degree in a laboratory science field and one year of experience OR Bachelor’s Degree Preferred Qualifications Comfortable handling small research animals Physical Requirements Ability to perform work in a stationary position for extended periods Ability to operate a computer and other office equipment Ability to communicate and exchange accurate information Ability to distinguish color Manual dexterity to handle specimens and repair equipment Ability to lift and transport equipment or specimens weighing up to 20 pounds May be exposed to hazardous chemicals, bio‑hazards, radioactive materials, etc. Personal Protective Equipment Follows standard precautions using personal protective equipment as required. Pay Range Salaries shown on independent job search websites reflect various market averages and do not represent information obtained directly from The Cleveland Clinic. Because we value each individual candidate, we invite and encourage each candidate to discuss salary/hourly specifics during the application and hiring process. #J-18808-Ljbffr Cleveland Clinic