Research Lab Technician III, Comparative Medicine

• Confer with principal investigator and the research team in planning, development, and implementation of research projects
• develop and maintain control procedures for test standardization and QC as needed
• Write and maintain Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
• Carry out and develop experimental techniques for specimen and tissue analyses utilized in complex laboratory procedures
• Review scientific journals, abstracts, and other research literature to obtain or verify additional information used in the design and development of original procedures or techniques
• Maintain detailed records as necessary
• Maintain and organize data and tissue resources for analysis
• Analyze data and prepare reports on the results of experiments
• discuss with principal investigator the interpretation of the results and prepare scientific manuscripts for publication
• Perform other related duties incidental to the work described herein
• Extraction, purification, and characterization of DNA, RNA, and proteins from tissues and cultured cells
• Quantitative analysis of mRNA / miRNA species by a variety of methods, quantitative and qualitative analysis of small molecules and proteins by RIA, ELISA, and other methodologies
• Special tissue preparation and processing for localization and quantitation of protein and nucleic acid molecules of interest, including cryosectioning, paraffin embedding and sectioning, immunohistochemistry, in situ hybridization, in situ RT-PCR, as well as other technically demanding methods
• Digital image collection and processing, data compilation, maintenance of laboratory supply inventory and radioisotope records
• Occasional animal training, handling, imaging, and necropsy as necessary, including careful dissection, preparation, storage, and subsequent maintenance of tissues obtained during surgeries and necropsies
• Cataloging and oversight of tissue storage

• Bachelor's degree in the biological and/or physical sciences with two years' of related clinical/research experience
• or, an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Master's degree in biology or related physical science preferred
• Ability to listen and communicate effectively
• Basic computer skills
• Knowledge of medical terminology to interact with medical staff regarding laboratory procedures and results
• Knowledge of medical equipment and instruments
• Knowledge of common safety hazards and universal precautions to establish a safe work environment

Master's degree in biology or related physical science

• Paid Time Off programs
• Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
• Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
• Educational Assistance Program
• Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job
• Incentive pay for select positions
• Opportunity for annual increases based on performance