Inside Higher Ed · 5 hours ago
Research Technician
Chapel Hill, NC
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
$38K/yr - $48K/yrInside Higher Ed is a global higher education leader in innovative teaching, research, and public service. The Research Technician will join a cutting-edge research laboratory in the Department of Urology, focusing on molecular, biochemical, and cellular research projects aimed at developing novel treatments and surgical technologies for lower urinary tract reconstruction.
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Responsibilities
Perform molecular, biochemical, and cellular research projects aimed at developing novel treatments and surgical technologies for lower urinary tract reconstruction
Execute routine experimental protocols and procedures in animal experiments, the use of human specimens, tissue culture, protein isolation, proteomics and microscopy
Responsible for a variety of cell culture and tissue culture procedures and assays
Trained to perform specialized tests related to urodynamics and tissue tension on tissue and scaffold preparation
Perform physiological and mechanical testing of bladder and urethra; structural analysis, including histologic and scanning electron microscopic tissue evaluation; and extracellular matrix protein assays
Assist with duties related to lab operations including supply management, equipment maintenance and calibration, preparation of laboratory materials and reagents, handling of live animals, assistance in surgical procedures, and tissue preparation and analysis
Responsible for maintenance of tissue procurement logs, maintenance and reporting of data obtained in ongoing experiments, and maintenance of the lab in line with all safety and regulatory requirements
May have some supervisory responsibilities overseeing undergraduate students and Research Fellows in the lab
Qualification
Required
Demonstrated possession of the competencies necessary to perform the work
Preferred
Knowledge and ability to perform core laboratory techniques, including cell culture, animal husbandry, and general lab procedures
Ability to read and interpret experimental protocols, perform accurate calculations for chemical and biological solution preparation, and adapt effectively to new experimental tasks as they arise
Research documentation and analytical skills, including maintaining accurate and complete records, identifying irregularities or invalid results, making precise measurements and observations, collaborating effectively within a research team, and communicating clearly in both written and verbal formats to support laboratory operations
Organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to properly use, maintain, and troubleshoot standard laboratory equipment
Benefits
Professional training opportunities for career growth
Skill development and lifelong learning
Exclusive perks for numerous retail, restaurant and performing arts discounts
Savings on local child care centers
Special rates on select campus events
Comprehensive benefits package
Paid leave
Variety of health, life and retirement plans
Additional programs that support a healthy work/life balance
Company
Inside Higher Ed
Inside Higher Ed is the online source for news, opinion, and jobs related to higher education.
Founded in 2004
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
unknown2022-01-10Acquired
2006-08-31Series Unknown
Leadership Team
Stephanie Shweiki
Director, Foundation Partnerships
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