Bachelor’s degree in a physical or natural science from an accredited institution as approved and accepted by the University of South Alabama and one year of experience in a public health, medical, clinical or research laboratory. An equivalent combination of education or experience may be considered.
Preferred Qualifications
Job Description Summary
The University of South Alabama’s Biochemistry and Molecular Biology department is seeking to hire a Research Technologist II. Interested candidates should apply to be considered.
Essential Functions These are the job duties required of the position.
Essential Functions
Assists the Principal Investigator (PI) in research projects aimed at understanding the role of intratumoral nerves in promoting cancer aggressiveness and progression.
Develops experiments under the guidance of the PI, encompassing both in vitro and in vivo work.
Primarily contributes to the development of animal models related to cancer progression and metastasis, as well as analyzing the characteristics of cancer cells in the laboratory.
Assists the PI and other lab members in research activities, including designing, organizing, and analyzing experiments.
Generates figures from obtained data and present them during the weekly lab meetings.
Improves established techniques and incorporates new methodologies as necessary.
Independently conducts experiments and manage daily laboratory routines.
Interacts and assists the managers of the bioimaging cores to analyze biological samples by confocal microscopy and Flow cytometry.
Establishes and maintains mouse xenograft models of cancer progression and metastasis.
Conducts culture and genetic manipulation of mammalian cells in vitro.
Performs imaging of cells and nerve-cancer cultures.
Carries out DNA, RNA, and protein extraction, preparation, and analysis using techniques such as TaqMan, qRT-PCR, and Western blot analysis.
Performs cloning of genetic constructs.
Documents and records laboratory findings, activities, and procedures.
Assists in ordering supplies and equipment.
Adheres to appropriate procedures for handling, storing, and disposing of biohazardous substances.
Contributes to the design and optimization of the laboratory environment and routines.
Collaborates with peers, scientists, and staff to achieve research goals.
Assists in animal xenograft work, tissue culture and basic techniques in molecular biology.
Ability to work schedule as defined and overtime as required.
Related duties as required.
Posting Information
Number of Vacancies
1
Position End Date (if temporary)
Job Open Date
04/26/2024
Job Close Date
Open Until Filled
Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants
Working Days
Monday - Friday
Working Hours
8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Job Location
Main Campus
Full-time or Part-Time
Full Time
Regular or Temporary
Regular
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
* Are you at least 18 years of age?
Yes
No
* Do you have a legal right to work in the United States?
Yes
No
* The University of South Alabama typically does not sponsor individuals for staff positions. Will you now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status?
Yes
No
* What is the highest level of education you have completed?
Less than High School
High School Diploma or equivalent
Associates Degree
Bachelors Degree (or will obtain within 6 months)
Masters Degree (or will obtain within 6 months)
Terminal Degree (or will obtain within 6 months)
* How many years of related experience do you have?
Less than 1 year
Between 1 - 3 years
Between 3 - 5 years
Between 5 - 7 years
More than 7 years
* How did you hear about this position?
USA website
LinkedIn
Zip Recruiter
Indeed
HigherEd Jobs
Alabama Career Center / Alabama Works
Facebook
Word of mouth
Other
Applicant Documents
Required DocumentsOptional Documents
Resume
Cover Letter
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