Research Technologist 1 - Molecular Biosciences

Department: WCAS Molecular Biosciences
Salary/Grade: NEX/9

Job Summary

Conducts tests and procedures; sets up and operates equipment; records observations and measurements and collects and compiles data in a research lab; requires a practical understanding of a limited number of standard scientific techniques.

This will be a 1-year renewable position based upon performance and funding availability. This position is a FULL-TIME position at 40.0 hours per week and works on-site.

Target hiring range for this position will be between $17.05 to $23.98 per hour ($35,600.4 to $50,070.24 annual). Offered salary will be determined by the applicant's education, experience, knowledge, skills and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data.

Specific Responsibilities:

• Follows pre-defined protocols, policies, procedure, regulations, Good Clinical and Good Laboratory Practices and conducts standard and repetitive experiments and completes basic trouble-shooting techniques.
• Sets-up, operates and maintains standard lab equipment.
• May direct or instruct other laboratory personnel or students in research techniques and procedures.
• Performs scientific literature searches as required. Attends and participates in lab meetings.
• Using an entry level of skill, completes the following activities
• Records test results and may maintain databases.
• Maintains inventory of reagents, mice and lab supplies
• Completes other duties as assigned

Molecular Biology:

• DNA, Protein isolation, purification and expression
• Western blotting
• PCR, RT-PCR
• Plasmid preparation
• Cloning, mapping and sequencing of DNA

Cellular Biology:

• Functional studies

Histology:

• Microscopy

Minimum Competencies: (Skills, knowledge, and abilities.)

• Demonstrated ability to carry out laboratory experiments and to follow detailed instructions as required by research protocol.
• Demonstrated reliability and responsibility to perform job duties.
• Attention to detail and accurate record keeping in notebooks and databases.

Preferred Qualifications: (Education and experience)

• Bachelor's degree in a basic science

Preferred Competencies: (Skills, knowledge, and abilities)

• Strong organizational skills.
• Eagerness and ability to learn new techniques.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability and eagerness to work on independent projects.
• Prior experience working with yeast

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