Research Technologist

• Performs routine and highly specialized or unique laboratory experiments for specific research projects, using sophisticated and intricate research equipment and techniques
• Performs and devises specialized experiments and research procedures, troubleshooting problems with own and other researchers’ results
• Provides input to the overall research design to suggest techniques, maximize samples or refine data by the use of specialized techniques
• Evaluates research data and initiates alternative approaches to improve quality of the results
• Calculates, graphs and compiles data obtained, maintaining records and logs of work performed
• perform statistical analyses
• Undertakes quality assurance of research techniques
• Calibrates, troubleshoots and performs repair of maintenance equipment
• Evaluates and recommends new equipment and supplies needed for specialized procedures
• Assists other lab personnel with the use of specialized equipment and techniques within the lab
• Trains and provides guidance to technicians, residents and researchers in specialized procedures, use of equipment and theoretical bases of unique tests
• Monitors the sterilization of glassware, media and reagent making and other laboratory processes
• Prepares articles and papers on specialized techniques
• Stays abreast in safety procedures, storage and disposal of bio hazardous, infectious, corrosive, radioactive and toxic substance, regulations in the lab to adhere to new Hospital and federal mandates

• Bachelor’s degree or Master’s degree
• Bachelor’s degree and 4 years of experience OR Master’s and 2 years of experience
• Analytical skills to resolve complex problems requiring the use of scientific, mathematical, or technical principles and in depth, experienced based knowledge
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing including assigning and distributing work, coaching, training and enforcing policies
• Expertise in Cell biology and Immunology
• Skills and interests relevant to human primary cell culture and stimulation with candidate vaccine formulations
• Experience in project management of grant- or contract-research is encouraged

Experience in project management of grant- or contract-research is encouraged

• Flexible schedules
• Affordable health, vision and dental insurance
• Child care and student loan subsidies
• Generous levels of time off
• 403(b) Retirement Savings plan
• Pension
• Tuition and certain License and Certification Reimbursement
• Cell phone plan discounts
• Discounted rates on T-passes