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University of Alabama at Birmingham Looking for Researcher II – T211144 Full Time
Description
The University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB), Division of Cardiovascular Disease, is seeking a highly motivated Researcher II willing and able to learn new techniques in a fast pace, dynamic research environment. The candidate will be trained in all techniques and procedures specific to the laboratory; however, familiarity with basic laboratory instruments and equipment is highly preferred.
General Responsibilities
Under minimal supervision:
- To set up and perform routine and established lab procedures in support of lab goals.
- To collect, enter and summarize data.
- To monitor results and report unusual outcomes.
Key Duties & Responsibilities
- Maintains a mouse colony and works with laboratory animals.
- Performs routine cell cultures (mammalian and bacteria) and basic molecular biology techniques such as RNA and DNA isolation, plasmid preparation, PCR (regular and quantitative).
- Performs viral expression vector preparation (adeno, retro and lentiviruses).
- Performs general lab maintenance responsibilities.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Hourly Salary Range $15.50 – $23.51
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in a related field
- OR Associate’s degree in a related field and two (2) years of related experience
- OR High School diploma or GED and four (4) years of related experience
Work experience may NOT substitute for education requirement.
Preferences
- Experience with rodent animals (handling and husbandry).
- Biomedical laboratory experience.
Primary Location: University
Job Category: Scientific Research
Organization: 311401000 Med – Cardiovascular Disease
Employee Status: Regular
Shift: Day/1st Shift
Work Arrangement (final schedule to be determined by the department/hiring manager): Onsite