Research Technician II, Department of Basic Medical Sciences (College of Medicine - Phoenix)

National Institute for Civil Discourse
National Institute for Civil Discourse

Phoenix, AZ, USA

Posted on Oct 31, 2026
  • Works under the supervision of the PI and performs day-to-day experiments of tissue culture, DNA, RNA, protein isolation/analyses, cloning DNA constructs, and mouse experiments.
  • Records results in the laboratory notebooks or data folders.
  • Communicates all results to the PI in a timely manner and develops plans for follow-up experiments and troubleshooting.
  • Participates in the preparation of technical reports, summaries, protocols, and data figures.
  • Assists with the setup of standard laboratory operations.
  • Organizes and manages laboratory resources, including research reagents and laboratory equipment.
  • Facilitates the maintenance and repair of laboratory equipment.
  • Assists with orientation and training of new lab personnel.
  • Provides routine and technical administrative support to lab operations.
  • Writes and updates standard lab operating procedures and protocols.
  • Oversees RLSS compliance for all lab members.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs):

  • Ability to communicate in a clear, concise manner, both orally and in writing.
  • Ability to set up and perform a variety of lab or field tests and operations.
  • Ability to record results, make observations, analyze data, and interpret test results.