RESEARCH TECHNICIAN II
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The Meyer Lab in the Department of Biochemistry is looking for a lab manager/research technician to join our team of highly motivated scientists as we investigate RNA modifications and their roles in cellular function. Responsibilities include maintaining laboratory stocks and inventory, ordering, and overseeing the laboratory’s mouse colonies. There is also an opportunity to contribute to an ongoing research project in the lab, with the goal of earning authorship on a scientific publication. We are looking for someone who is highly organized, excited about science, and who works well with a team. Prior experience handling mice is preferred but not required. This is a full-time position open immediately, but the start date can be flexible. Come join our fantastic team!
Occ Summary
Perform a variety of complex technical duties involved in conducting laboratory tests, experiments and determinations in support of Duke University research operations.
Work Performed
- Perform a variety of complex technical duties involved in conducting physical, chemical, biological and other research laboratory tests, experiments and determinations to obtain data for research purposes; compile, analyze, document and draw tentative conclusions from experimental results.
- Confer with principal investigator to review work assignments and develop plans for research experiments; make minor modifications to existing laboratory procedures and techniques to meet the needs of the particular equipment as required.
- Review laboratory methods manual, scientific journals, abstracts and other literature for information applicable to research experiments.
- Determine and set up instruments, material and apparatus and operate laboratory equipment required for specific tests. Obtain, prepare, mount and stain tissue, blood and other substances for microscopic examination. Prepare culture media, chemicals, reagents and solutions.
- Maintain sufficient inventory of material, supplies and equipment for performance of duties; clean and maintain laboratory equipment.
- Review work of lower level laboratory personnel within designated areas and assist in training new personnel.
Education/Training
Work generally requires a bachelor's degree in botany, biology, zoology, psychology or other directly related scientific field.
Experience
None required above education/training requirement. OR AN EQUIVALENT COMBINATION OF RELEVANT EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE
Minimum Qualifications
Education
Work generally requires a bachelor's degree in botany, biology, zoology, psychology or other directly related scientific field.
Experience
None required above education/training requirement. OR AN EQUIVALENT COMBINATION OF RELEVANT EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE
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