What are the responsibilities and job description for the Research Technician II position at Marshall University?
Position Details
Position Information
Banner Position Number
R10493
Position Title
Research Technician II
Classification Title
MURC-Physical Scientists, Other
Department
SOM-Anatomy - RC5250
Job Description
Full-time, 2-year position, with possible extension pending satisfactory performance and availability of funds
Job Description :
The Department of Biomedical Sciences in the Joan C. Edwards School of Medicine at Marshall University invites applications for a Research Technician II to support skeletal growth and bone physiology research in the laboratory of Dr. Maria A. Serrat.
This is a 2-year position with possible extension pending satisfactory performance and availability of funds.
Specific duties will include managing and / or assisting with : time-sensitive mouse growth studies with careful attention to diet and environmental conditions; mouse colony and breeding management, including genotyping; prepare dyes, fluorescently-labeled proteins, and sterile injections; participate in mouse surgeries, injections, tissue harvest, dissection, and measurements; protein and RNA analyses of cartilage; bone tissue cultures; prepare paraffin histology slides and perform immunostaining; x-rays and CT scanning; acquire and analyze digital images; perform and troubleshoot experiments using simple to complex laboratory procedures by following and modifying protocols as appropriate; operate and perform routine maintenance on laboratory equipment; prepare reagents; supply ordering, documentation and budget management; supervise and / or oversee students and other junior team members; help ensure a safe laboratory environment in compliance with all regulatory guidelines; participate in data collection, analysis and graphic displays; assist in preparation of presentations, research manuscripts and grant proposals; perform literature reviews as appropriate and stay current in scientific developments in the field; participate in weekly lab meetings, project planning, and objective setting for the group.
Skills sought :
Mouse breeding and colony management including genotyping; molecular techniques including protein and RNA, cell or tissue culture; imaging using microscopy and / or fluorescence microscopy (preferably bone and cartilage); histology; mouse surgical and dissection skills; experience with image and data analysis software such as ImageJ and SPSS; experience supervising students; and effective protocol writing.
Location
MUSOM - Marshall University School of Medicine
Salary Range
Salary is commensurate with qualifications, experience, and internal equity.
Required Qualifications
Education
- Candidates with a Bachelor's degree and at least 2 years laboratory experience involving animal handling, breeding colony management, molecular biology, cell or tissue culture, histology, microscopy, and data analysis.
Experience
Preferred Qualifications
Education
Experience
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number
MR0744
Open Date
11 / 21 / 2024
Close Date
Open Until Filled
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