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State University of New York at Buffalo

Research Technician II, Department of Oral Biology

State University of New York at Buffalo, New York, New York, us, 10261

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Research Technician II, Department of Oral Biology Position Title: Research Technician II, Department of Oral Biology. A Research Technician II position is available at the University at Buffalo School of Dental Medicine’s Department of Oral Biology with Dr. Harim Tavares dos Santos’s research team. The primary objective of this position is to study epithelial biology, with a focus on salivary gland inflammation. The candidate will develop and execute in vitro and in vivo experiments, histological processing and imaging, molecular biology techniques, and perform administrative tasks, as detailed below.

The activities of the Research Technician II will consist of:

Mammalian cell culture

DNA / RNA extraction and PCR

Protein detection/quantification and cell signaling studies

Mice: maintaining the mouse colony, drug treatment, breeding and genotyping, and sample harvesting

Histology (sample preparation)

Microscopy imaging (brightfield, confocal, and transmission electron microscopy)

Flow cytometry: multiple channel FACS analysis and immune profiling

Presenting at scientific meetings for studies that the person conducts

Administrative duties (taking notes during lab meetings, assisting with purchase orders and inventory management, and managing protocol submissions and documentation, lab organization)

Training and supervision of new technicians and students

Outstanding Benefits Package Working at UB comes with benefits that exceed salary alone. There are personal rewards including comprehensive health and retirement plan options. We also focus on creating and sustaining a healthy mix of work, personal and academic pursuit – all in an effort to support your work-life effectiveness. We support your growth and development through our career coaching and training department and we qualify as a public service loan forgiveness organization. Learn more about the great benefits the University at Buffalo has to offer.

About the University at Buffalo The University at Buffalo (UB) is one of America’s leading public research universities and a flagship of the State University of New York system, recognized for our excellence and our impact. UB is a premier, research-intensive public university dedicated to academic excellence. Our research, creative activity and people positively impact the world. Like the city we call home, UB is distinguished by a culture of resilient optimism, resourceful thinking and pragmatic dreaming that enables us to reach others every day. Visit our website to learn more about the University at Buffalo.

As an Equal Opportunity / Affidavit Action employer, the Research Foundation will not discriminate in its employment practices due to an applicant’s race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin and veteran or disability status.

Minimum Qualifications

Education in a biomedical science or related field and at least three years of experience directly related to research or the program.

Experience working in a research laboratory and the ability to work independently.

Ability to troubleshoot laboratory protocols.

Experience with animals.

Tissue culture skills.

Histology sample preparation and microscopy imaging.

Experience in molecular biology: immunoblotting, DNA / RNA extraction and PCR.

Highly self-disciplined.

Proficient in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and basic imaging software.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience in ELISA and Flow cytometry.

Genetic bioinformatic analysis.

Salary Range $36,000 - $39,014

Additional Salary Information The salary range reflects our good faith and reasonable estimate of the possible compensation at the time of posting, the role and associated responsibilities, and the experience, education, and training of the selected candidate.

Work Hours 37.5 hours per week

Campus South Campus

Background Check Requirements A background check is required for this posting. A selected candidate will have to complete and pass a background check prior to appointment.

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Disability Accommodations UB is an AA/EOE and welcomes all to apply including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Arrangements will be made if an applicant has a disability in order to provide access to the application, interview and selection process upon request. Reasonable accommodation requests must be made in a timely manner by email at diversity@buffalo.edu or by phone 716-645-2266.

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