Research Technician

Job Description:

Unit-specific Responsibilities

1) Principal contribution is providing technical and administrative support for a research project.

2) Under general supervision, performs moderately complex lab and/or research-related duties and tasks.

3) This is an exciting opportunity to work in the Basu lab and perform high throughput single cell genomics experiments.

4) We are looking for a candidate who has experience with PCR and is eager to learn other techniques.

5) Dr. Basu is one of the creators of the Drop-seq technology and this technique is the foundation of our lab.

6) Responsibilities may include the following non-laboratory duties: May assist with developing or amending research protocols; assisting with equipment and experimental scheduling; and providing general administrative support.

7) Responsibilities may include the following laboratory duties: setting up and performing experiments; interacting with students and other laboratory staff under the direction of the principal investigator.  

Unit-preferred Competencies

1) Knowledge in relevant scientific field .
2) Knowledge of research techniques or methods.
3) Knowledge of regulatory policies and procedures.
4) Analytical skills.
5) Problem-solving skills.
6) Attention to detail.
7) Organizational skills.
8) Verbal and written communication skills.
9) Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
10) Knowledge of Microsoft Office.

Preferred Qualifications

Education

1) Bachelor's degree

Experience

1) One year of research experience

Required Documents

1) Resume

2) Cover letter

NOTE: When applying, all required documents MUST be uploaded under the Resume/CV section of the application.

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