Research Technologist

General summary/purpose:

The Research Technologist position will consist of 75% or more of effort/time dedicated to a research project on the physiological control of stem cells usingDrosophilaoogenesis as a model system. 25% or less of effort/time dedicated to laboratory maintenance to support the general research activities in the laboratory.

Specific duties & responsibilities:

• The research project (75%) will require basic science knowledge and problem-solving skills, in addition to reading of the relevant literature.
• The candidate will be trained by Dr. Drummond-Barbosa and more senior lab members to perform experiments required by the project. These experiments will involve fly husbandry and genetics, immunofluorescence microscopy, and other cell and molecular biology techniques.
• The candidate will meet regularly with Dr. Drummond-Barbosa to plan experiments and discuss results, and he/she will also be expected to present his/her data at group meetings.
• The laboratory support (25%) activities include preparing solutions and media following standard formulas and procedures, preparing fly food, ordering of supplies, and maintainingDrosophilastrains.
• Laboratory maintenance also includes maintaining lab organization, arranging for repair and maintenance of laboratory equipment, and complying with biohazard safety standards.

Minimum qualifications (mandatory):

Bachelor’s degree in biological sciences, chemistry or related field.

Preferred qualifications:

• Prior lab research experience at the undergraduate level and/or beyond.
• Prior experience working withDrosophila, microscopy and/or basic molecular biology desirable. Some related post-undergraduate work experience preferred.

Classified Title:Research Technologist
Working Title: Research Technologist
Role/Level/Range: ACRO37.5/02/CC
Starting Salary Range:$15 - $19.44
Employee group: Full Time
Schedule: Monday-Friday 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Exempt Status: Non-Exempt
Location: 05-MD:School of Public Health
Department name: 10001066-Biochemistry and Molecular Biology
Personnel area: School of Public Health

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