Laboratory Research Technician

The Department of Surgery, Surgical Oncology Division is seeking a Laboratory Research Technician for a pancreatic cancer laboratory with a focus on translational research, which includes culturing and expanding T cells and organoids from pancreatic tumor tissue. The incumbent will collect patient samples and process human blood and tissue samples for freezing and/or scientific studies. Job requirements include: proficient in aseptic/sterile technique, freezing/thawing cells, cell culture, and flow cytometry. Handling and processing human blood for PBMC isolation is required, and candidate will be involved in weekly specimen collection. Able to work with mice and rats and learn to perform medication administration, survival surgeries, and specimen collection is ideal. Other responsibilities include: ordering laboratory supplies, properly disposing of chemicals, freezer maintenance, laboratory upkeep, and other tasks as needed. Candidate must be willing to work with mice and rats and learn to perform medication administration, survival surgeries, and specimen collection (blood and tissue). Preferred education and in medical sciences and work experience in laboratory research.