Research Technician III, Pharmacology and Toxicology

Posting Details

Position Information

Fiscal Year
2021-2022
Position Title
Research Technician III, Pharmacology and Toxicology
Classification Title
Research Technician III
Department
Pharmacology and Toxicology
Posting Number
R220144
Posting LinkEmployer
Research Foundation
Position Type
RF Clerical/Technical
Type
Full-Time
Appointment Term

Salary Grade
N.7
https://www.ubjobs.buffalo.edu/postings/35283


Posting Detail Information

Position Summary

Drug addiction research groupseeks a motivated Research Technician III to assist in performing behavioral and molecular experiments. The focus of our research is to understand how drugs of abuse and stress mediate plasticity in the brain. We use a multi-facetted approach from molecules to behavior.

Specific duties include:

• General lab management and maintenance.
• Small rodent surgery.
• Managing care of animals used in research.
• Observation and recording of animal behavior.
• Preparation of tissue samples, protein assays and PCR .
• Coordination, direction and training of students and technicians in lab techniques and procedures.

Outstanding Benefits Package
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About UB
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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

• Associate’s degree or two years formal training in a STEM discipline ideally with a life-sciences focus.
• At least 4 years of experience directly related to laboratory research.
• Requires demonstrated working knowledge in operating experimental and unique equipment.
• The candidate should be familiar with computers and the use of Microsoft Office Software.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelors or Master’s degree in related field plus additional research experience in the handling and use of animals and experience with tissue culture.

Physical Demands

Salary Range
$55,000 - $70,000
Work Hours

Monday – Friday
9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Specific hours to be determined
Some weekends required based on need
Campus
Downtown Campus
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Contact Information

Contact's Name
David Dietz
Contact's Title
Professor and Chair
Contact's Email
ddietz@buffalo.edu
Contact's Phone
716-829-2071


Posting Dates

Posted
06/02/2022
Deadline for applicants
Open Until Filled
Date to be filled
07/31/2022


References

Number of references required
2
Reference Cutoff Date

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