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University at Buffalo Research Technician I, Microbiology and Immunology in Buffalo, New York
Position Title: Research Technician I, Microbiology and Immunology
Posting Number: R230251
Employer: Research Foundation
Salary Range: $31,001 - $40,000
FTE: 1.00
Position Summary:
The Department of Microbiology and Immunology (https://medicine.buffalo.edu/departments/micro.html) is seeking a Research Technician I. Under close supervision of the Principal Investigator, conducts a variety of routine experiments following established procedures and protocols, which may include performing strain generation, strain phenotyping and downstream molecular and biochemical assays to include qRT- PCR , RIP , and ChIP. The Technician will also record test results, analyze data using basic statistics and existing bioinformatic pipelines as well participation in laboratory maintenance, inventory and safety/regulatory procedures.
Responsibilities will include:
Conducting routine experiments following appropriate protocols and procedures.
Recording results and maintain accurate records of experiments.
Performing data interpretation and assists with basic statistics and analysis and communicate findings with the PI.
Assisting others where expertise is needed and performs weekly lab maintenance duties.
Maintains lab equipment and orders/keeps inventory of supplies.
Outstanding Benefits Package
Working at UB comes with benefits that exceed salary alone. There are personal rewards including comprehensive health and retirement plan options. We also focus on creating and sustaining a healthy mix of work, personal and academic pursuit – all in an effort to support your work-life effectiveness. Visit our benefits website to learn about our benefit packages (http://www.buffalo.edu/administrative-services/for-faculty-staff/benefits/research-foundation/regular-employees.html) .
About The University at Buffalo
The University at Buffalo (UB) #ubuffalo is one of America’s leading public research universities and a flagship of the State University of New York system, recognized for our excellence and our impact. UB is a premier, research-intensive public university dedicated to academic excellence. Our research, creative activity and people positively impact the world. Like the city we call home, UB is distinguished by a culture of resilient optimism, resourceful thinking and pragmatic dreaming that enables us to reach others every day. Visit our website to learn more about the University at Buffalo (http://buffalo.edu/) .
As an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer, the Research Foundation will not discriminate in its employment practices due to an applicant’s race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin and veteran or disability status.
Minimum Qualifications:
Prior education in a scientific field required
At least one year of experience directly related to the research or the program
Familiarity with basic laboratory techniques and procedures
Deadline for Applicants: Open Until Filled
Quicklink for Posting: 46196