Lab Technician

Department

37303 Wake Forest University Health Sciences - Oncology: Radiation

Status

Full time

Benefits Eligible

Yes

Hours Per Week

40

Schedule Details/Additional Information

8AM-5PM

Pay Range

$ $34.35

Job Summary

The Wu Laboratory at Wake Forest University School of Medicine is seeking highly motivated individuals for full time Technician positions to join our dynamic team focused on the molecular mechanisms of inflammation in brain tumor/metastasis and neurodegenerative diseases. Our research investigates cellular signaling between immune cells and tumors, with a focus on developing targeted therapies for brain metastasis and brain tumors. We employ cutting-edge techniques such as single-cell sequencing, CRISPR-Cas9 genome editing, and immune cell therapy against brain tumors. Under direct supervision from a higher level technician or a principal investigator, performs a variety of moderately complex and generally standardized physical, chemical, or biological tests with procedures and techniques previously outlined by established protocols and other scientific data. Provides direction and guidance to lab staff.

Education/Experience

Bachelor's degree in Biology, Chemistry, Zoology, or other related science, or high school diploma with four years of related clinical/ research experience.

Essential Functions

Conducts generally standardized chemical, physical, and biological tests on experimental/clinical materials.
Performs micro-analysis, lipids analysis, enzyme studies, and chromatographic studies on various types of tissues, secretions, and excretions.
Conduct laboratory experiments, including cell culture, immunoassays, and molecular biology techniques (e.g., PCR, Western blotting, cell transfection, immunoprecipitation, immunofluorescence staining, protein purification, BiFC assay, flos cytometry, MTS, plasmid extraction, CRISPR-Cas9 genome editing).
Assist in animal studies, including mouse models for brain metastasis and behavioral testing.
Sets up equipment and organizes materials used in performing scheduled tests, experiments, and/or operations.
Selects the appropriate experimental/clinical format from established standard formats and prepares simple charts, graphs, and reports from data obtained during research experiments and observations of research subjects.
Isolates and identifies various microorganisms through established laboratory techniques.
Develop and test novel therapeutic strategies, including engineered immune cell-based tools for brain metastasis.
Data analysis using the software of Prism, ImageJ, Zen Blue, 10X Genomics, GEO, TCGA.
Trains and demonstrates to graduate students, medical students, and other technical personnel, a variety of technical procedures.
Takes blood samples, pressures, and other specimens and measurements as required by research/clinical protocols. Inoculates research animals with various pathogens and performs minor animal surgery.
Collects tissues and specimens for laboratory analysis; obtains samples, prepares, mounts, and stains tissue, blood, and other substances for microscopic examinations.
Reviews scientific journals, abstracts, and other publications for information applicable to research projects.
Performs other related duties incidental to the work described herein.

Skills/Qualifications

Prior laboratory experience in molecular biology, cell culture, or animal studies is preferred.

Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team.

Excellent communication skills for documenting and presenting research findings.

Ability to listen and communicate effectively

Basic computer skills

Knowledge of medical terminology to interact with medical staff regarding laboratory procedures and result

Knowledge of medical equipment and instruments

Knowledge of common safety hazards and universal precautions to establish a safe work environment.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Research laboratory environment

Frequent exposure to diseases, medicinal preparations and other conditions common in a lab environment

Must wear protective equipment (gloves, gowns/lab coats, eye protection, face protection)

Exposure to glass and other breakable objects

Exposure to animals

Our Commitment To You

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Compensation

Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training
Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job
Incentive pay for select positions
Opportunity for annual increases based on performance

Benefits And More

Paid Time Off programs
Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
Educational Assistance Program

About Advocate Health

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