Research Technician III, Immunobiology

at  University of Arizona

POSITION HIGHLIGHTS

The Department of Immunobiology is seeking a highly motivated applicant for the position of Research Technician III in the Kuhns Lab. This challenging position requires a high level of enthusiasm, dedication, and drive for applicants interested in developing novel immunotherapies for autoimmunity and cancer (pubmed search: Kuhns MS).
The Department of Immunobiology at the University of Arizona’s College of Medicine is growing into a nationally and internationally recognized research and educational center. We strive to blend the excitement of fundamental immunological research with the relevance of its work. Over the past several decades, Immunobiology has emerged to stand at the forefront of biomedical research, and is likely to remain there for many decades to come. There has never been a more exciting time to work in and study Immunobiology.
Outstanding UA benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; UA/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; retirement plans; access to UA recreation and cultural activities; and more!
The University of Arizona has been recognized for our innovative work-life programs.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

• Organizational skills, basic tissue culture, molecular biology, biochemistry.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience, or equivalent combination of education and work experience.
• High school diploma or equivalent, or equivalent learning attained through experience required.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Mouse husbandry/handling experience.

DIVERSITY STATEMENT

At the University of Arizona, we value our inclusive climate because we know that diversity in experiences and perspectives is vital to advancing innovation, critical thinking, solving complex problems, and creating an inclusive academic community. As a Hispanic-serving institution, we translate these values into action by seeking individuals who have experience and expertise working with diverse students, colleagues, and constituencies. Because we seek a workforce with a wide range of perspectives and experiences, we provide equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or genetic information. As an Employer of National Service, we also welcome alumni of AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other national service programs and others who will help us advance our Inclusive Excellence initiative aimed at creating a university that values student, staff and faculty engagement in addressing issues of diversity and inclusiveness.

• Perform lab experiments with minimal supervision (includes work with mice).
• Assist with experiments of other research staff periodically.
• Ensure compliance with lab procedures, protocols, and quality control.
• Use knowledge to develop and implement SOPs, procedures, techniques, protocols, and methodologies to fit specific research experiment requirements.
• Assist with and organize the set-up of laboratory experiments and equipment and animal enrichment.
• Collect and analyze data, and document the results of experiments. Record information and maintain detailed records of experimental procedures.
• Use data to prepare reports in a clear and efficient manner for use in grant submissions and publications.
• Maintain, operate, and troubleshoot instrumentation and lab equipment.
• Order reagents and perform mouse husbandry as needed.