Research Technician II

• Conducts generally standardized chemical, physical, and biological tests on experimental/clinical materials
• Performs micro-analysis, lipids analysis, enzyme studies, and chromatographic studies on various types of tissues, secretions, and excretions
• Sets up equipment and organizes materials used in performing scheduled tests, experiments, and/or operations
• Selects the appropriate experimental/clinical format from established standard formats and prepares simple charts, graphs, and reports from data obtained during research experiments and observations of research subjects
• Isolates and identifies various microorganisms through established laboratory techniques
• Trains and demonstrates to graduate students, medical students, and other technical personnel, a variety of technical procedures
• Takes blood samples, pressures, and other specimens and measurements as required by research/clinical protocols. Inoculates research animals with various pathogens and performs minor animal surgery
• Collects tissues and specimens for laboratory analysis
• obtains samples, prepares, mounts, and stains tissue, blood, and other substances for microscopic examinations
• Reviews scientific journals, abstracts, and other publications for information applicable to research projects
• Performs other related duties incidental to the work described herein

• Bachelor's degree in Biology, Chemistry, Zoology, or other related science, or high school diploma with four years of related clinical/ research experience
• One to two years of research or clinical lab experience
• Prior flow cytometry experience 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

Prior flow cytometry experience

• 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
• Opportunity for annual increases based on performance
• Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job
• Incentive pay for select positions