Research Technician- Koshy Lab - Tucson, United States - University of Arizona

Description

Research Technician- Koshy Lab (part-time)

Posting Number
req19454

Department
BIO5 Institute

Department Website Link

Location
Main Campus

Address
Tucson, AZ USA

Position Highlights
BIO5 Institute at the University of Arizona is in search of a Research Technician- Koshy Lab (Research Technician I). The position is tasked with carrying out technical aspects of research activities to understand the interaction between the brain and the protozoan parasite, Toxoplasma gondii. The position's major responsibilities will be making/maintaining HFFs, mouse colony management, and ordering/stocking/lab maintenance.
The ideal candidate for this position will enthusiastically take ownership of tasks and project management role as needed. They will be a self-starter who takes initiative to make improvements and handle incoming requests. We are looking for someone who enjoys learning new tools, techniques, and is able to maintain professionalism while under pressure.

The BIO5 Institute connects and mobilizes hundreds of world-class plant, animal, and human bioscientists, engineers, physicians, and computational researchers to develop creative solutions for complex challenges such as disease, hunger, water and food safety, and other health issues facing Arizona.

This interdisciplinary approach has resulted in improved food crops, innovative diagnostics and devices, disease prevention strategies, and promising new therapies.

BIO5 initiatives and projects are carefully chosen to align with areas of state and national need and for which University of Arizona faculty already have significant expertise. This strategy catalyzes the capacity to expand impact, economic opportunity and external funding opportunities.

Outstanding UA benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; UA/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; retirement plans; access to UA recreation and cultural activities; and more

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Duties & Responsibilities

Duties & responsibilities:

• Cell culture maintenance for the lab - including splitting and passing primary cells and immortalized cells.

• Helps to manage mouse colony.

• Responsible for stocking the lab and ordering supplies as needed.

• Trains new laboratory members, including ensuring they have done appropriate online and in person training as well as any appropriate lab tests.

• Operates laboratory equipment and performs minor equipment maintenance. Communicates with service technicians for major equipment repairs or service.

Knowledge, skills & abilities:

• Knowledge of Toxoplasma gondii

• Ability to make genetically manipulated cells and parasites

• Intimate knowledge of Microsoft Work, Excell, PowerPoint, ImagJ, Flojo and Prism

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent, or equivalent learning attained through experience required.

Preferred Qualifications
Experience with:

• Working with and genetically manipulating eukaryotic parasites
• DNA, RNA, protein, cell, and tissue isolation and purification
• Big data analysis (specifically transcriptional analysis)
• Cell culture
• Western blotting
• Quantitative PCR and RT-PCR
• Immunohistochemistry and immunofluorescence
• Wet lab
• Handling mice

FLSA
Non-Exempt

Full Time/Part Time
Part Time

Number of Hours Worked per Week
20

Job FTE
.5

Work Calendar
Fiscal

Job Category
Research

Benefits Eligible
Yes - Full Benefits

Rate of Pay
$ $18.75

Compensation Type
hourly rate

Grade
2

Compensation Guidance
The Rate of Pay Field represents the University of Arizona's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. The University considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, and internal equity.

The Grade Range Minimum, Midpoint, and Maximum Fields listed below represent a full range of career compensation growth over time in this position and grade. Each unit typically sets starting pay between minimum and midpoint upon hire. The university offers compensation growth opportunities within its career architecture. To learn more about compensation, please review our Applicant Compensation Guide and our Total Rewards Calculator.

Grade Range Minimum
$15

Grade Range Midpoint
$18.75

Grade Range Maximum
$22.5

Career Stream and Level
OC1

Job Family
Research & Lab

Job Function
Research

Type of criminal background check required:
Name-based criminal background check (non-security sensitive)

Number of Vacancies
1

Target Hire Date

Expected End Date

Contact Information for Candidates
Anita Koshy, ;

Open Date
5/7/2024

Open Until Filled
Yes

Documents Needed to Apply
Curriculum Vitae (CV) and Cover Letter

Special Instructions to Applicant

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