Position Summary
Seeking a Research Technician to support the UNC Marsico Lung Institute Cystic Fibrosis Tissue Procurement and Cell Culture Core. Primary responsibilities include: Dissecting human lung tissue isolating various cell types from these tissues counting cells distributing cells/tissues to end users and maintaining primary cell cultures. Supporting staff to make custom media and basic reagents. Supporting our Recharge Service Center with COVID 19 research studies as well as other lung disease research to both internal and external clients. Other responsibilities of the Research Technician include supporting staff with additional workload which can entail sterile tissue culture duties preparing basic reagents and solutions and restocking the lab on a daily basis.
Required Qualifications Competencies And Experience
Our ideal candidate possesses the following: Proficiency in performing computer data entry and have database organization skills. Excellent interpersonal communication skills are essential. Ability to follow detailed protocols precisely. General knowledge of laboratory techniques equipment and terminology. Ability to operate and care for lab equipment such as the incubators biological cabinets autoclaves freezers stir plate pH meters weigh scales microscopes and centrifuges. Ability to understand and carry out oral and written instructions. Ability to work independently take the initiative and multitask. Must be able to prioritize manage tasks and handle a variety of demands and have excellent organizational skills keen attention to details and selfreview of work for accuracy and completeness. Must have valid NC Drivers license.
Preferred Qualifications Competencies And Experience
Relevant laboratory experience is preferred.
Work Schedule
Monday Friday: 8:00AM 5:00PM; 40 hours/ week
Required Experience:
Staff IC