What are the responsibilities and job description for the Research Technician II- Tuveson Lab position at Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory?
- Position Description
Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory, located on Long Island, New York, is presently seeking a Research Technician II or III for an immediate and full-time position in the Tuveson Laboratory.
The Tuveson Laboratory is interested in uncovering biological pathways and identifying novel therapeutic approaches for pancreatic cancer. To this end, we utilize both organoid and mouse models of pancreatic cancer. We are seeking an experienced and enthusiastic Research Technician, with previous experience working in a laboratory environment, to help with preclinical therapeutic studies and general lab support. Familiarity with basic Mendelian Genetics concepts and with common computer programs, such as Microsoft Word and Excel, is required. The successful candidate will also possess excellent organizational skills, the ability to communicate clearly, a strong work ethic, great attention to detail, the ability to troubleshoot, and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively, depending on the task.
- Position Responsibilities
The candidate will be responsible for the daily care of our mouse models of pancreatic cancer and for helping to perform preclinical animal studies to test new treatments for this deadly cancer. Job duties will include mouse colony management, including mouse handling, weaning, tail clipping, clinical observation, and application of Mendelian genetics to mouse breeding strategies. The candidate will also be responsible for administering therapeutic agents, operating equipment such as our ultrasound imager, performing survival surgeries including orthotopic transplantation, performing necropsies on our mouse models, keeping meticulous study records. Additional responsibilities will include organizing and maintaining inventories of laboratory reagents, managing the purchasing and stocking of consumables and lab reagents, helping to manage a database of our mouse colonies, managing external requests to share reagents, and aiding in performing basic bench work as needed.
- Position Requirements
Education: Successful candidates should possess a BS or MS degree or equivalent and have at least two years of research experience.
Skills: The successful candidate should possess excellent organizational, analytical and communication skills, will be willing to take initiative, and will be able to work effectively and productively in a team-oriented environment while maintaining a strong sense of integrity. The candidate must have experience with mouse colony management and application of Mendelian genetics, and general lab maintenance
This position may require occasional duties on weekends and holidays, and the candidate will need to be able to travel freely between the Woodbury and main CSHL campus (a 15-minute drive). Work locations include the main CSHL campus and the CSHL Genome Research Center in Woodbury.
- Supplemental Information
How to Apply: Join us in advancing the fight against pancreatic cancer and contributing to groundbreaking research that could lead to novel therapeutic approaches for this devastating disease! Please submit an online application here: Research Technician- Tuveson Lab Position 1438. We look forward to reviewing your application.
Environment
Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory is a world-renowned biomedical research institution in New York. It has shaped contemporary biomedical research and is the home of eight Nobel Prize laureates. Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory provides a highly dynamic and interactive research environment and also a unique opportunity of timely exposure to advances in various biomedical research fields and of interaction with a broad range of researchers from all over the world through its renowned Meetings and Courses program. We believe that science is for everyone and our researchers have a wide variety of backgrounds.Compensation and Benefits Our employees are compensated in many ways for their contributions to our mission, including competitive pay, exceptional health benefits, retirement plans, time off, and a range of recognition and wellness programs. Visit our CSHL Benefits sites to learn more. The salary range for this role is $45,000.00-49,500. The salary range and/or hourly rate listed is a good faith determination of potential base compensation that may be offered to a successful applicant for this position at the time of this job advertisement and may be modified in the future. When determining a base salary and/or rate, several factors may be considered as applicable (e.g., years of relevant experience, education, credentials, and internal equity).
CSHL is an EO Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or protected veteran status. VEVRAA Federal Contractor
CSHL is an EO/AA Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability or protected veteran status.
Salary : $45,000 - $49,500
