Technician Assistant

The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to departmental budgets, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, and training. The above hiring range represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.

Position Summary

The Bala lab seeks a research technician to assist with the study of ocular disease biology.

Responsibilities

Laboratory-based assistance to senior scientists in the laboratory with basic lab management.

Managing mouse colonies.

Performing basic molecular biology techniques.

• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school graduate or equivalent certificate with some related experience, usually six months

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience in mouse handling, molecular biology techniques such as PCR genotyping, and ocular techniques such as intraocular pressure measurements.
• Experience in image analysis software such as imaris, photoshop and illustrator is a plus.

Equal Opportunity Employer / Disability / Veteran

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