Research Technician I (Part-Time) (Multiple) (Phoenix)

The University of Arizona College of Medicine – Phoenix anchors the 28-acre Phoenix Bioscience Core in the heart of the Valley of the Sun. The College inspires and trains individuals to become exemplary physicians, scientists and leaders who are life-long learners and inquisitive scholars. The Phoenix Biomedical Campus embodies the University’s priorities of engagement, partnership, innovation, and synergy in its world-class academic and research initiatives, with clinical facilities throughout Greater Phoenix.

The University of Arizona has been recognized for our innovative work-life programs.

• Maintain mouse colonies, genotyping and selective breeding of desired genotypes.
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  Set up and perform a variety of lab tests and operations, including, but not limited to, Western blot protein quantification, immunohistochemistry labeling, digital imaging, and animal behavior tests. Record results, make observations, analyze data including bioinformatics data, and interpret test results.
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  Refine, adapt, and develop procedures or techniques to fit specific experiment requirements; modify existing equipment or designs and fabricate requisite equipment.
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  Record information and maintain logs of experimental data. Prepare required test solutions from detailed instructions. Assist in research by completing basic notes and records.
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  Participate in the preparation of technical reports, summaries, protocols and quantitative results.
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  Collaborate in the development of new strategies, techniques and equipment.
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  Coordinate the acquisition of lab supplies.
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  Provide research administrative support including coordinating schedules, handling intake, maintaining records and files.
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  Additional duties related to research as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

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  Ability to communicate in a clear, concise manner orally and in writing.
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  Skills of math, MATLAB programming, and digital signal processing.
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  Basic skills of bioinformatics, R, Python, Bash.

• Previous research experience (internship, independent study).

• Familiarity with immunological methods such as western blotting, immunofluorescence, immunohistochemistry.

College of Medicine-Phoenix, Office of Human Resources

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Application: The online application should be completed in its entirety. Blank or missed information may be considered an incomplete submission.

Letter of Interest: Should clearly indicate how your skills and professional employment experience meet the Minimum and the Preferred qualifications (if applicable).