Research Technician II, Department of Basic Medical Sciences (College of Medicine - Phoenix)

• Works under the supervision of the PI and perform day-to-day experiments of tissue culture, DNA, RNA, protein isolation/analyses, cloning DNA constructs, and mouse experiments.
• Record results in the laboratory notebooks or data folders.
• Communicate all results to the PI in a timely manner and plans for the follow-up experiments and troubleshooting
• Participates in the preparation of technical reports, summaries, protocols, and data figures.
• Assist with the set up of standard laboratory operations.
• Organize and manage laboratory resources including research reagents and laboratory equipment.
• Facilitate the maintenance and repair of laboratory equipment.
• Assist with orientation and training of new lab personnel.
• Provides routine and technical administrative support to lab operations.
• Write and update standard lab operating procedures and protocols.
• Oversee RLSS compliance for all lab members.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Ability to communicate in a clear, concise manner orally and in writing.
• Ability to set up and perform a variety of lab or field tests and operations.
• Experience with recording results, making observations, analyzing data, and interpreting test results.
• Research Knowledge and experience (internship, independent study).