Temple University's Lewis Katz School of Medicine is searching for a Research Technician!
Salary Range: $25.54/hour
A variety of important factors are reviewed by HR when considering salary, including job duties, the applicant’s education and experience, all relevant internal equity considerations, department budget, and funding source.
Become a part of the Temple family and you will have access to the following:
Full medical, dental, vision coverage
Paid time off
9 Federally Observed Paid Holidays
3 Personal Days
Tuition remission - eligible employees and their dependents can obtain a degree TUITION FREE
A generous retirement plan and so much more!
We are seeking a highly motivated research technician to join Rich Gang Li’s laboratory within the Aging + Cardiovascular Discovery Center at Temple University. The Center features a world-class group of investigators with vast expertise in cardiovascular science. The Li lab is interested in cardiac renewal and regeneration, with a focus on cell-cell communication within the microenvironment. We use a variety of biochemical, biophysical, imaging, genomic, and computational approaches to address these questions. The candidate will conduct research projects, design and perform biological experiments rigorously, work collaboratively with investigators within and outside the lab, be highly organized and communicative, and maintain a high work ethic.
* This position requires the following background checks: criminal history review
* This is a grant funded position
Required Education and Experience:
* At least three years of directly related experience. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
Preferred Education and Experience:
* Bachelor's Degree in biological sciences or related field
Required Skills and Abilities:
* Prior experience in murine models.
* Must be a self-motivated, hard-working, team-oriented individual with a strong work ethic and excellent communication and organizational skills.
Essential Duties:
* The research technician will prepare and conduct laboratory research experiments, generate molecular and genetic tools, maintain documentation of reagents and protocols, collect, compile, and analyze data, document results of experiments, order laboratory supplies and equipment,
* Perform day-to-day operations such as breeding, genotyping, and validation of novel genetic mouse models.
* Work in a diverse academic setting where superior communication and organizational skills are essential.
* Performs other duties as assigned.
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Compliance Statement: In the performance of their functions as detailed in the position description employees have an obligation to avoid ethical, legal, financial and other conflicts of interest to ensure that their actions and outside activities do not conflict with their primary employment responsibilities at the institution. Employees are also expected to understand and be in compliance with applicable laws, University and employment policies and regulations, including NCAA regulations for areas and departments which their essential functions cause them to interact.
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