Research Technologist II

JOB REQUIREMENTS: Position Description: We are seeking a highly

motivated candidate who wants to gain experience and training in

cellular and molecular biology research on epigenomics with a focus on

translational applications in precision medicine. A qualified candidate

is expected to have excellent references from research laboratory

experience(s) and be proficient in basic molecular biology research

methods including nucleic acid preparations, protein assays, cell

culture, and more. This technologist would be involved in NIH-funded

studies focused on molecular and cellular mechanisms of epigenomic

complexes that drive cellular identities in cancer development and/or

progression, as well as inflammatory diseases. The applicant will be

encouraged to present findings weekly at lab meetings with the potential

to grow and present at national scientific conferences. As such, the

candidate should be highly motivated, self-directed, and possess

excellent communication and writing skills. Purpose Under general

direction of lab management carryout, improve and implement a variety of

laboratory techniques and specific experiments to contribute to the

timely optimization of assays and production of data in a cellular and

molecular biology research laboratory. To analyze, summarize and present

data generated to a team of scientists with ability to provide feedback

for next steps. Primary Functions With general supervision, perform

routine and complex molecular genetic methodologies including DNA/RNA

extraction, PCR/qPCR, tissue culture (sterile techniques), manipulation

of primary cultures or cell lines (introduction of exogenous DNA) and

Western blots. Be able to carry out written protocols and optimize

procedures. Independently develop and perform lab research procedures

with guidance and oversight of the laboratory team. Be able to scale

protocols and assays to large volume or sample number requests.

Participate in meetings with laboratory director/managers and research

staff. Evaluate and interpret the validity of data as necessary. Monitor

inventory, prepare media and necessary reagents for experiments, and

carry out assigned duties for maintaining supply of reagents. Operate

and perform routine maintenance on specialized equipment used in the

laboratory. Notify management or director when complex problems occur.

Create and maintain accurate records of laboratory protocols and

experimental results, ensure they are updated in a timely fashion.

Records must be available to and understandable by all staff.

Communicate summaries of research projects in individual and group

meetings. Assist in maintenance, genotyping, For full info follow

application link. EEO/AA Minorities/Females/Vets/Disability The Medical

College of Wisconsin is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer

and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of age,

sex, race, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability

or sexual orientation. APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Apply

Online: ipc.us/t/2285B2F3871241BC Qualified females, minorities, and

special disabled veterans and other veterans are encouraged to apply.