Job Description

Title: Lab Technician

Department Org: Dept. of Cell and Cancer Biology - 107500

Employee Classification: N1 - Unclass Full Time HSC

Bargaining Unit: Professional Staff Association

Primary Location: HSC C

Shift: 1

Job Description:

The lab assistant will perform various general laboratory tasks in support of the principal investigator and other research team members. Has the motivation and capability to be trained to assist PI in initiating a new research project. The Lab technician will conduct experiments to study the impact of bone microenvironment on prostate cancer bone metastasis, drug resistance, and tumor dormancy. Tasks include keep the laboratory clean, organized, and functional. Experiments will include in vitro cell cultures and in vivo mouse studies.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in biology or a related discipline is required.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and written
• Ability to work well with others.
• Ability to analyze, interpret, and present data to PI in a logical and organized manner.
• Ability to multi-task.
• Self-motivated, general curiosity in science, and quick learner
• Ability to plan, perform, analyze, and interpret scientific experiments.
• Proven ability to work independently.
• Ability to operate common equipment of a biomedical research lab
• Maintain a good attendance record.
• Ability to handle mice and perform common mouse experiments.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in cell cultures.
• Experience in handling mice and mouse experiments.
• Experience in various cell and molecular biology protocols.

Conditions of Employment:

To promote the highest levels of health and well-being, the University of Toledo campuses are tobacco-free. Pre-employment health screening requirements for the University of Toledo Health Science Campus Medical Center will include drug and other required health screenings for the position.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

The University of Toledo is an equal opportunity employer. The University of Toledo does not discriminate in employment, educational programs, or activities on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, ancestry, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, military or veteran status, disability, familial status, or political affiliation.

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