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Technical Associate 1 will be the senior laboratory employee responsible for overseeing and conducting research in a Stem Cell and disease modeling lab at the University of Rochester Flaum Eye Institute. The primary focus of the research in the Singh laboratory is on investigating disease mechanisms and identifying rational therapies for specific retinal degenerative diseases.
Job Responsibility:
Independently conduct laboratory research projects under the guidance of the PI and senior laboratory personnel
Perform cell and tissue culture daily and conduct experiments as needed
Maintain laboratory, including ordering of reagents and supplies, preparing and projecting budgets, organizing and cleaning lab, maintaining and troubleshooting equipment, and training and supervising other laboratory personnel
Review current literature, analyze and summarize data, assist with manuscript and grant preparation, attend and present data at laboratory meetings
Work on various IRB and safety protocols and ensure that all the University guidelines and requirements are current and up to date
Create and modify standard operating procedures for techniques developed and used in the laboratory
Requirements:
Bachelor's degree is required
3-4 years of experience in biological science research in a laboratory setting
Prior experience in animal handling and experiments as well as cell culture is preferred
Required computer skills include familiarity with MS Office
Experience with and knowledge of other statistical and image analysis software would be advantageous
Weekend work as deemed necessary for taking care of cells may be required
Nice to have:
Experience with and knowledge of other statistical and image analysis software would be advantageous