Research Technician 2 - Pharmacology (Part-Time)
University of Tennessee, Knoxville
Memphis, TN
Full-time
Research
Posted on May 20, 2024
Market Range: 05
Hiring Salary: $19.10/Hourly
THIS IS A PART-TIME TEMPORARY GRANT-FUNDED POSITION (35 HOURS PER WEEK)
JOB SUMMARY/ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: The Research Technician 2 is an entry level position in the Department of Pharmacology Laboratory to conduct several routine laboratory techniques including qRT-PCR, Western blot analysis, immunohistochemistry, maintaining mouse colonies (genotyping and perform basic mouse behaviors).
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Maintains mouse colonies (set up breeding cages, weaning pups, and perform PCR-based genotyping).
- Prepares experimental solutions.
- Assists in conducting mouse behavioral testing and immunohistochemistry, qPCR, Western blot analysis.
- Collects, interprets, describes, and documents complex analytical and evaluative research data.
- Maintains lab equipment for experiments. Responsible for autoclaving laboratory material, cleaning of glassware/plastic ware, and laboratory sanitation.
- Purchases laboratory equipment.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
Qualifications :
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
EDUCATION: Bachelor’s Degree in Biology, Biomedical Science, or a related field. (Neuroscience major is preferred.)(TRANSCRIPT REQUIRED)
EXPERIENCE:OR a combination of college course work and work experience to equal eight (8) years.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
- Ability to follow directions on experimental protocols or requests from the Principal Investigator.
- Skill working with mice and ability to learn in quickly.
- Excellent organizational and communication skills.
- Ability to master their work schedule to accomplish goals.