Research Technician II

Research Technician II Bookmark this Posting Print Preview Apply for this Job Position Details Position Information Banner Position Number R10493 Position Title Research Technician II Classification Title MURC-Physical Scientists, Other Department SOM-Anatomy - RC5250 Job Description Full-time, 2-year position, with possible extension pending satisfactory performance and availability of funds Job Description: The Department of Biomedical Sciences in the Joan C. Edwards School of Medicine at Marshall University invites applications for a Research Technician II to support skeletal growth and bone physiology research in the laboratory of Dr. Maria A. Serrat. This is a 2-year position with possible extension pending satisfactory performance and availability of funds. Specific duties will include managing and/or assisting with: time-sensitive mouse growth studies with careful attention to diet and environmental conditions; mouse colony and breeding management, including genotyping; prepare dyes, fluorescently-labeled proteins, and sterile injections; participate in mouse surgeries, injections, tissue harvest, dissection, and measurements; protein and RNA analyses of cartilage; bone tissue cultures; prepare paraffin histology slides and perform immunostaining; x-rays and CT scanning; acquire and analyze digital images; perform and troubleshoot experiments using simple to complex laboratory procedures by following and modifying protocols as appropriate; operate and perform routine maintenance on laboratory equipment; prepare reagents; supply ordering, documentation and budget management; supervise and/or oversee students and other junior team members; help ensure a safe laboratory environment in compliance with all regulatory guidelines; participate in data collection, analysis and graphic displays; assist in preparation of presentations, research manuscripts and grant proposals; perform literature reviews as appropriate and stay current in scientific developments in the field; participate in weekly lab meetings, project planning, and objective setting for the group. Skills sought: Mouse breeding and colony management including genotyping; molecular techniques including protein and RNA, cell or tissue culture; imaging using microscopy and/or fluorescence microscopy (preferably bone and cartilage); histology; mouse surgical and dissection skills; experience with image and data analysis software such as ImageJ and SPSS; experience supervising students; and effective protocol writing. Location MUSOM - Marshall University School of Medicine Salary Range Salary is commensurate with qualifications, experience, and internal equity. Required Qualifications Education Candidates with a Bachelor's degree and at least 2 years laboratory experience involving animal handling, breeding colony management, molecular biology, cell or tissue culture, histology, microscopy, and data analysis. Experience Applicants must be highly organized and able to manage laboratory projects in terms of supplies, compliance, detailed records, and student assistants in a team-based setting. Applicants must have proven written and oral communication skills and the technical ability to troubleshoot simple to complex experimental systems. Evidence of written and oral communication skills includes co-authored manuscripts and/or first author abstracts presented at professional conferences. Applicants must be able to perform, with necessary training, all essential duties as outlined in the job description. Preferred Qualifications Education Preferred qualifications include Master's degree in biology, anatomy, physiology, anthropology or related field with prior laboratory experience, preferably in skeletal biology research. Experience Preference will be given to applicants with a background in bone biology and/or anatomy-related fields. Posting Detail Information Posting Number MR0744 Open Date 11/21/2024 Close Date Open Until Filled Yes Special Instructions Summary Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk ( ). Do you have a Bachelor's degree and at least 2 years laboratory experience involving animal handling, breeding colony management, molecular biology, cell or tissue culture, histology, microscopy, and data analysis? Yes No Applicant Documents Required Documents Cover Letter CV or Resume Optional Documents Marshall University One John Marshall Drive Huntington, WV 25755 Copyright 2020 Marshall University An Equal Opportunity University Accreditation Consumer Information and Disclosures