Research Lab Technician work involves basic and translational research in immunology and hematology to address key questions relating to hematopoietic and immune cell development and their function using mouse models. The regular work includes, but not limited to, maintaining mouse colonies, PCR for genotyping, mouse dissection, cell culture, and lab maintenance.The successful applicant will have the opportunity to learn and perform research experiments using innovative techniques, such as RT-PCR, ELISA/ ELISPOT assays, immunostaining, and flow cytometry, etc.
BENEFITS
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Wellness reimbursement.
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Continuing education and tuition reimbursement.
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Employer-funded retirement plan.
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Two medical plan options: PPO and High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP) with employer HSA contribution.
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Flexible work solutions based on position and department.
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Up to four weeks of PTO accrual beginning in year one.
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Paid holidays.
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Paid volunteer time.
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Paid preferred holiday.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
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Communicates problems or matters of a scientific, technical and/or administrative nature within the department and interdepartmentally utilizing computer technology
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Conducts research and assists in the conduct of research
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Analyzes data and interprets results to write reports and summaries of findings
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Keep records of experiments in the notebook everyday
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Maintains accurate records of tests conducted, results, data and patients tested including calculation of results from supplied data, obtained data and statistics for quality assurance
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Maintains equipment and inventory through making minor adjustments, performing scheduled maintenance, and troubleshooting major problems utilizing departmental resources and manufacturers telephone trouble lines
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Organizes and prioritizes work to meet specific goals and accomplishments
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Maintains clean and efficient work area and replenishes supplies as necessary
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Maintain mouse colonies, genotype PCR, weaning, timed mating, oral gavage, tail nipping for blood collection.
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Mouse dissection, tissue harvesting, cell culture of primary hematopoietic cells
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Preparation of PBS, Media, stock solutions and reagents
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Maintenance of laboratory equipment
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List chemical inventory
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Availability to work occasional overtime on weekends or evenings to complete time sensitive projects
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Acquires knowledge for new technology and policy/procedure revisions
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All other duties as assigned
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily and communicate well with the team members.
The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:
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B.S. or B.A. degree, preferably in Biology, Chemistry, Molecular Biology, or a related field.
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Minimum of one to two years’ experience in a research lab preferred.
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Desirable but not required skills include experience with any or all of: sterile tissue culture, flow cytometric analysis, RNA and protein extraction, vertical and horizontal gel electrophoresis, protein immunoprecipitation, Western blotting, polymerase chain reaction, and molecular cloning.
OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
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Demonstrates the ability to recognize priorities in organization of work flow.
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Able to perform duties independently, after training and supervision.
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Able to have good communications.
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Open to advise and do not hesitate to ask questions.
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Be a good team member and be willing to help other lab members.
About Western Michigan University Homer Stryker M.D. School of Medicine (WMed)
We are committed to excellence and health equity through transformative medical education, high-quality, patient- and family-centered care, innovative research, and community partnerships within a welcoming, supportive, and engaging culture. Our vision is health equity for all in Southwest Michigan through innovation in the practice and study of medicine.
The medical school is a collaboration of Western Michigan University and Kalamazoo's two teaching health systems, Beacon and Bronson Healthcare. The medical school is a private nonprofit corporation supported by private gifts, clinical revenues, research activities, tuition, and endowment income. WMed is the recipient of a $100 million foundational gift and the Empowering Futures Gift, a philanthropic commitment of $300 million to support the mission of the medical school. WMed contributes to the economic vitality of Southwest Michigan through the services we provide, as well as the creation of 1,600 new jobs, with an estimated annual economic impact of $353 million in Kalamazoo and Calhoun counties.
WMed is fully accredited by the Liaison Committee on Medical Education and the Higher Learning Commission. The medical school offers a comprehensive, innovative four-year Doctor of Medicine degree program as well as a Master of Science degree program in Biomedical Sciences. We train physicians in 10 residencies and four fellowships accredited by the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education. To support our educational mission, we have Joint Accreditation for interprofessional continuing education, which incorporates accreditation by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education.
WMed Health is the clinical practice of the medical school with more than 300 providers offering comprehensive primary care and specialty services in several locations throughout the Kalamazoo and Battle Creek areas. Faculty in the Department of Pathology serve as the Office of the Medical Examiner for counties throughout Michigan and northern Indiana.
The W.E. Upjohn M.D. Campus located in downtown Kalamazoo serves as the primary educational facility with student study and social spaces, team-based learning halls, faculty and administrative offices, a state-of-the-art Simulation Center accredited by the Society for Simulation in Healthcare, basic science research labs, as well as toxicology and forensic pathology labs.
WMed builds upon Kalamazoo’s century-long foundation of drug discovery and medical device development with a strategic investment in clinical, laboratory, community, and educational research. The Center for Immunobiology, Center for Clinical Research, Research Histology Lab, Innovation Center, and Human Research Protection Program contribute to the medical school’s advancement of knowledge through innovation and discovery.
Equal Employment Opportunity Employer in compliance with applicable State and Federal law.
