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Inside Higher Ed · 3 weeks ago

Laboratory Technician I - Makino Lab

Gainesville, FL

Part-time

Onsite

Entry Level

$18.13/hr - $18.13/hr

2+ years exp

Inside Higher Ed is seeking a Laboratory Technician I to join Dr. Ayako Makino's translational research team specializing in cardiovascular pathophysiology and vascular cell biology. The role involves maintaining mouse colonies, conducting molecular biological experiments, and coordinating lab research to facilitate high-quality scientific outcomes.

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Responsibilities

Maintain our mouse colonies by conducting weekly checks, cleaning cages, weaning litter, mating, and tailing for genotyping

Perform basic molecular biological experiments, including PCR for genotyping

Conducting animal experiments, such as administration of chemicals and assessment of cardiac and vascular functions using echocardiography and/or the Millar catheter

Coordinate with other investigators for lab research, including maintaining the function of lab equipment and reagents and managing the lab research record (including methodological approaches and animal protocols)

Data acquisition and analysis

Qualification

Mouse colony maintenanceAnimal experimentsMolecular biologyData analysisAseptic techniquesRecord-keepingGraphPadMS Word/Excel/PowerPointTeam collaborationTime management

Required

Associate's degree in an appropriate area; or a high school diploma or equivalent, and two years of related experience. Appropriate college coursework or vocational/technical training may substitute at an equivalent rate for the required experience

Preferred

Applicant is over the age of 18 years old as of hire date. This is a requirement of the University of Florida of anyone that will be handling animals

Demonstrated ability to perform mouse colony maintenance, including checking mice, cleaning cages, mating, weaning, and tailing

Demonstrated skills in animal experiments, including chemical administration and assessment of cardiac and vascular functions using echocardiography

Demonstrated skills in precise record-keeping

Theoretical and working knowledge in molecular biology, including PCR, qPCR, and WB

Aseptic techniques for cell culture

Demonstrated ability to conduct data analysis and interpretation of the results, and troubleshooting

Demonstrated effective time management skills to plan and organize work assignments in an efficient and productive manner

Demonstrated ability to work as a team member and coordinate with others to maintain lab functionality

Demonstrated knowledge of the following specialized programs: GraphPad, EndNote, and MS Word/Excel/PowerPoint

Enthusiasm for learning and a genuine interest in scientific research. Willingness and ability to learn new skills, research methods, and scientific principle