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University Of Vermont Laboratory Technician Senior in Burlington, Vermont

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Advertising/Posting Title Laboratory Technician Senior

Diversity Statement The University is especially interested in candidates who can contribute to the diversity and excellence of the institution. Applicants are encouraged to include in their cover letter information about how they will further this goal.

Posting Summary

Perform a variety of technical functions in a fast-paced immunotherapy cancer research lab, in a basic and clinically oriented lab. Perform experiments involving in vivo mouse models, in vitro mechanisms and binding analyses of immunotherapy treatments. Provide high-level technical expertise in the design, performance, and troubleshooting of complex laboratory experiments. Analyze, interpret and manage experimental data. Exercise judgment in prioritizing work to meet the objectives and deadlines provided by the PI. Maintain compliance with regulatory agencies for the laboratory, including but not limited to personnel lab safety, chemical safety, biosafety, IACUC , IRB , and IBC . Serve as a resource and support person for other researchers/faculty for experimental preparation, design, evaluating methodologies, and interpreting data. Work independently with minimal supervision in a collaborative and flexible manner is essential.

Minimum Qualifications (or equivalent combination of education and experience)

Bachelor’s degree in related field and four to five years’ related laboratory research experience required. Demonstrate experience and proficiency with molecular biology, cell culture techniques, cell purification, fluorescent microscopy, ELISAs, flow cytometry, PCR , cloning, DNA and protein purification, and other cell and molecular analytical techniques beyond educational training required. Demonstrate and proficient experience working with mice required. Knowledge of immunology and cancer biology. Effective organizational, communication and data presentation skills required.

Desirable Qualifications

Experience working in a team-oriented environment with people of diverse backgrounds; comfortable summarizing and reporting results to researchers; self-motivation; excellent time-management, organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills; commitment to exceeding quality standards, providing exceptional services, and producing accurate and high quality work; meticulous attention to detail; practiced documentation skills; and awareness of basic safety issues and ability to follow safety procedures and maintain a safe work environment. Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Graph pad Prism and Image J programs and other related computer skills is desirable.

Anticipated Pay Range 52,000-62,000/year

Other Information

Special Conditions Bargaining unit position, External candidates must complete a 4-month probationary period, Contingent on continued funding, Occasional evening and/or weekends required (if non-exempt position, may result in overtime), A probationary period may be required for current UVM employees, Travel to and from worksites required, This position is ineligible for telework due to the essential functions, Background Check required for this position

FLSA Non-Exempt

Union Position Yes, UVMSU ($20 minimum hourly rate)

Posting Details

Position will be posted for a minimum of one week, after which it is subject to removal without notice.

Job Open Date 05/09/2024

Job Close Date (Jobs close at 11:59 PM EST.)

Open Until Filled No

Position Information

Position Title Lab/Research Technician Sr

Posting Number S5058PO

Department Surg-Oncology/55794

Position Number 00026654

Employee FTE 1.0

Employee Term 12

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