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Job Location (Full Address):

601 Elmwood Ave, Room 17574, Rochester, New York, United States of America, 14642

Opening:

Worker Subtype:

Regular

Time Type:

Time as Reported / Per Diem

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

As Scheduled

Department:

400911 Ctr Musculoskeletal Research

Work Shift:

UR - Day (United States of America)

Range:

UR URG 104 H

Compensation Range:

$18.65 - $26.11

Responsibilities:

This time as reported Research Technician I position will provide routine technical support within the Nichols Laboratory in the Center for Musculoskeleal Research. The job consists of following established experimental protocols under direct supervision in support of ongoing research projects, including mouse tissue harvest, sample processing (histological sectioning and staining), and imaging. The job also consists of collecting and recording experimental data as directed by the Principal Investigator and/or senior laboratory personnel. Working hours are between 8:00am and 5:00pm Monday through Friday (flexible), work on limited weekends may be required. More information on the Nichols Lab is available at: https://www.urmc.rochester.edu/labs/nichols.aspx

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Performs tissue harvesting, histological preparation, and fluorescent antibody staining of mouse tissue samples according to established protocols and under direct supervision of the Principal Investigator and/or senior lab personnel.
• Performs imaging of prepared mouse tissue samples according to established protocols and under direct supervision of the Principal Investigator and/or senior lab personnel.
• Collects, records, and enters experimental data into established laboratory databases and systems; organizes data for review by the Principal Investigator and/or senior lab personnel.
• Attends lab meetings and relevant seminars as appropriate.
• Assists with routine laboratory upkeep and monitoring of supply/reagent inventory under supervision.

MINIMUM EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• High School diploma or equivalent required
• Hands on lab experience preferred but not required

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills required.

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