Research Technologist I, Department of Internal Medicine (College of Medicine - Phoenix)

The Research Technologist I will be expected to perform basic laboratory skills, process blood and other fluid/solid samples, culture cells collect/process tissues as needed for storage in biobank or biochemical or histological analysis. This position will also assist in clinical trial processing, running assays and other biobank duties as needed.

Outstanding UA benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; UA/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; state retirement plan; access to UA recreation and cultural activities; and more!

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• Processing of clinical samples from human specimens for biobanking, isolation of cells, protein and nucleic acids or other assays on the samples. Processing tissue samples.
• Assist to perform flow cytometry or other assays on human samples as needed.
• Processing samples from clinical trials internal and external contracts.
• After training, assists in the management and operation of scientific equipment
• Perform all work associated with update of all databases, documentation and shipping relevant to sample processing.
• Maintenance of supply inventory, placing order, keeping up to date all supplies in the lab.
• Maintenance of general cell culture following sterile technique and cell-based assays.
• Assists in the development, revision and annual review of all written standard operating procedures and performs
  quality control checks to ensure procedures are followed.
• Assists in annual quality control testing associated with biorepository work. Assist with validation work as needed.
• Assist to operate, calibrate and conduct performance checks on highly complex and integrated laboratory equipment.
• Under supervision, assists in judging the validity of data obtained from experiments; data analysis following established protocols.
• Coordinates and/or conducts library and computer searches for research data, some of which may include specialized archival research.
• Assist in operation and maintenance of laboratory and experimental equipment with direct supervision, such as freezers, spectrophotometers, centrifuges, incubators, biosafety hood and analytical balances etc.
• Assist in annual calibration of lab equipment's through vendors or as needed.
• Under direct supervision performs experiments and collates data , presenting findings in lab meetings.
• Assist to define and refine the appropriate procedures related to scientific inquiry and the collection of scientific data.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Working knowledge of basic laboratory techniques.
• Skill in analyzing and evaluating data.
• Ability to effectively communicate verbally and in writing.

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent advanced learning attained through experience required.
• One (1) year of relevant work experience required.

College of Medicine-Phoenix, Office of Human Resources

HR-PHX@arizona.edu

Application: The online application should be completed in its entirety. Blank or missed information may be considered an incomplete submission.

Letter of Interest: Should clearly indicate how your skills and professional employment experience meet the Minimum and the Preferred qualifications (if applicable).