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
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.
Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
* Please indicate your current employment affiliation with the University at Buffalo.
Faculty
Faculty Student Association (FSA)
Research Foundation Employee
State Classified
State Professional
UB Foundation
TA/GA
Student
No Current Employment Affiliation
* How did you first hear about this employment opportunity?
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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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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.
Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
* Please indicate your current employment affiliation with the University at Buffalo.
Faculty
Faculty Student Association (FSA)
Research Foundation Employee
State Classified
State Professional
UB Foundation
TA/GA
Student
No Current Employment Affiliation
* How did you first hear about this employment opportunity?
AcademicKeys.com
CareerExposure.com
CareerWomen.com
Chronicle of Higher Education
DiversitySearch.com
GoogleJobs.com
HERCjobs.org
HigherEdJobs.com
IMDiversity.com
Indeed.com
LinkedIn.com
MBACareers.com
Conference
Personal Referral
UBJobs.buffalo.edu
Other
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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