Research Technician - Phinney Lab
JOB DESCRIPTION:
The research technician in the Phinney lab will perform, under supervision, many biological and biochemical tasks including performing biochemical assays, tissue culture, maintaining mouse colonies, and performing data analysis. The successful candidate must be organized and meticulous in maintaining laboratory records. The research technician will focus on the development of therapeutics against triple negative breast cancers.
Responsibilities:
- Maintain cell cultures, performing RT-qPCR, and other in vitro experimentation.
- Work in a vivarium setting handling mice including maintaining colonies, surgical procedures, and dissection of mice.
- Discuss data and other matters with supervisor and participate in lab meetings.
- Prepare data for publication(s).
- Perform all other duties as assigned.
EXPECTED SALARY:
Commensurate with experience.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
Bachelor's degree in appropriate area of specialization or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS TO APPLIANTS:
In order to be considered, you must upload your cover letter and resume.
Please provide names and email addresses of three to five references as part of the application process. When ready, the hiring department will contact the listed references via email requesting their reference letters to be uploaded directly to the application website.
This position is eligible for veteran’s preference. If you are claiming veteran’s preference, please upload a copy of your DD 214 Member Copy 4 with your application for consideration. See our Veteran's Preference Page for more specific information.
This is a time-limited position.
Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.
To apply for this position, visit https://jobs.ufl.edu/ Job number for this vacancy is 527161 and the deadline date to apply is open until filled. If an accommodation due to a disability is needed to apply for this position, please call (352) 392-2HRS or the Florida Relay System at (800) 955-8771 (TDD).
The University of Florida is an equal Opportunity Employer dedicated to building a broadly diverse and inclusive faculty and staff. The University of Florida invites all qualified applicants, including minorities, women, veterans, and individuals with disabilities. The University of Florida is a public institution and subject to all requirements under the Florida Sunshine and Public Records laws.
REQ # 527161