Description
School of Medicine:
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The Wingler laboratory in the Department of Pharmacology and Cancer Biology at Duke University is seeking Research Technician to contribute to their studies of the biochemical and cellular mechanisms of G protein-coupled receptors (GPCRs), an important class of drug targets. The individual in this position will conduct a variety of experimental work, with a focus on cell culture, protein purification, and basic molecular biology, and will assist with lab management responsibilities. The desired candidate should be motivated, collaborative, and able to multitask effectively.
Work Performed
Perform a variety of complex technical duties involved in conducting physical, chemical, biological, and other research laboratory tests, experiments, and determinations to obtain data for research purposes. Experimental work will include:
* Protein expression and purification
* Mammalian and microbial cell culture
* Nucleic acid isolation and manipulations
* Invitro biochemical assays
* Compile, analyze, document, and draw tentative conclusions from experimental results. Confer with principal investigator to review work assignments and develop plans for research experiments; make min or modifications to existing laboratory procedures and techniques to meet the needs of the particular equipment as required. Review laboratory methods manuals, scientific journals, abstracts, and other literature for information applicable to research experiments.
* Determine and set up instruments, material and apparatus and operate laboratory equipment required for specific tests.
* Prepare culture media, chemicals, reagents, and solutions. Perform other laboratory or data management duties, including laboratory maintenance tasks, as requested by the Principal Investigator or senior lab staff.
* Maintain sufficient inventory of material, supplies and equipment for performance of duties; clean and maintain laboratory equipment.
* Review work of lower-level laboratory personnel within designated areas and assist in training new personnel.
* Perform other related duties incidental to the work described herein.
The above statements describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this classification. This is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties required of personnel so classified.
Minimum Qualifications
Education
Work generally requires a bachelor's degree in botany, biology, zoology, psychology or other directly related scientific fields.
Experience
None required above education/training requirement. OR AN EQUIVALENT COMBINATION OF RELEVANT EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE
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