Research Technician I, Biochemistry

Join a genomics lab building the next generation of tools for reading the epigenome. The laboratory of Dr. William K.M. Lai, in the Department of Biochemistry at the Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences seeks a Research Technician to perform experimental work under the direction of the principal investigator and to support the research of undergraduate and graduate students. The position is available this Fall and will include molecular biology, chromatin biology and high-throughput sequencing library construction. The successful candidate must have experience with basic molecular biology and biochemistry techniques. Experience with next-generation sequencing library preparation, mammalian cell culture, protein synthesis, or basic data analysis is a plus. Duties include planning and performing experiments as well as ordering and general lab maintenance, including maintaining strain, sample and sequencing databases. Learn more: Our benefits , where we prioritize your well-being and success to enhance every aspect of your life. As an Equal Opportunity / Affinitive Action employer, the Research Foundation will not discriminate in its employment practices due to an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin and veteran or disability status. Minimum Qualifications Requires education in Biological Sciences or related topic, and at least one year of experience directly related to molecular biology, chromatin biology and high-throughput sequencing library construction. Preferred Qualifications B.S. in Biological Science, Biochemistry, Biomedical Sciences or equivalent. Hands-on experience with next-generation sequencing library preparation and/or basic scripting (Unix command line, R or Python). Physical Demands The position requires regular on-site work in a laboratory setting. The majority of the duties involve benchwork, with some computational work. Occasionally, may move or transport boxes and supplies when orders arrive. Driving Requirements Driving Requirements This position will never drive a university owned vehicle. Salary Range Salary Range $36,000 - $46,000 Additional Salary Information Additional Salary Information The salary range reflects our good faith and reasonable estimate of the possible compensation at the time of posting, the role and associated responsibilities, and the experience, education, and training of the selected candidate. Work Hours 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Campus Campus Downtown Campus Contact's Name Contact's Name William Lai Contact's Pronouns Contact's Pronouns he/him/his Contact's Title Contact's Email Contact's Email View email address on click.appcast.io Contact's Phone Contact's Phone View phone number on click.appcast.io Posted Posted 08/27/2026 Number of references required Number of references required 2 #J-18808-Ljbffr State University of New York at Buffalo