Research Technician

University of Kansas Medical Center Kansas City, KS Full-time Research

Posted on April 16, 2024

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Research Technician

Department:
SOM KC Department of Microbiology, Molecular Genetic and Immunology
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Gudima Lab

Position Title:
Research Technician

Job Family Group:
Professional Staff

Job Description Summary:
The Lab of Dr. Severin O. Gudima at the Department of Microbiology, Molecular Genetics and Immunology of the University of Kansas Medical Center currently has an opening for a research technician position to conduct research in the field of human hepatitis B virus (HBV) and its sub-viral agent human hepatitis delta virus (HDV). We are looking for a dedicated individual, who has a passion for scientific research. The position will require conducting various experiments, which will include isolation of DNA and RNA from cells, media, serum and tissues, performing PCR, RT-PCR and qPCR analysis, cloning and sequencing, Western blot, immunoblotting, Northern analysis, immuno-precipitation, culturing mammalian cells, preparation of virus stocks and infection of primary cells, and other molecular biology/molecular virology techniques. Experience in molecular biology and/or virology research techniques is strongly preferred. Experience in the HBV/HDV area of research is desirable. Having a bachelor's degree in virology/molecular biology or another related life science discipline will be a plus.

Job Description:

Required Qualifications:

Education: Minimum Associate's degree

Preferred Qualifications:

Education: Having a bachelor's degree in virology/molecular biology or in related life science discipline will be a plus.
Work Experience: Experience in molecular biology and/or virology techniques is strongly preferred. Experience in the HBV/HDV area of research is desirable.
Skills: Ability to (i) conduct isolation of DNA and RNA from cells, media, serum and tissues, (ii) perform PCR, RT-PCR and qPCR analysis, cloning and sequencing, Western blot, immunoblotting, Northern analysis, immuno-precipitation, (iii) culture mammalian cells, (iv) prepare virus stocks and conduct infection of primary cells.

Job Duties Outlined:

(i) Conduct isolation of DNA and RNA from cells, media, serum and tissues, (ii) perform PCR, RT-PCR and qPCR analysis, cloning and sequencing, Western blot, immunoblotting, Northern analysis, immuno-precipitation, (iii) culture mammalian cells, (iv) prepare virus stocks and conduct infection of primary cells.
Maintain communications between the Lab and Research coordinator in the Liver Center, and between the Lab and Genomics Core in terms of the receiving samples from the Hospital, and submitting samples for analysis in the Core facility.
Other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Required Documents:

Resume/CV
Cover Letter

Employee Type:
Regular

Time Type:
Full time

Rate Type:
Hourly

Pay Range:
$19.45 - $25.25
Minimum
$19.45
Midpoint
$22.33
Maximum
$25.25

Application Instructions:
To learn more and apply online, please visit https://kumc.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/kumc-jobs/job/Kansas-City-Metro-Area/Research-Technican_JR002310 or go to https://careers.kumc.edu/ and search for position number JR002310.

Applications must be submitted directly through the KU Medical Center website to be considered for this position. Any applications submitted via email or this website will NOT be reviewed or considered.

About KU Medical Center:
The University of Kansas Medical Center’s mission is to educate exceptional health care professionals through a full range of undergraduate, graduate, professional, postdoctoral and continuing education programs in the schools of Medicine, Nursing and Health Professions. KU Medical Center also advances the health sciences through world-class research programs; provides compassionate and state-of-the-art patient care in an academic medical center environment; and works with communities in every Kansas county to improve the health of Kansans. Learn more at www.kumc.edu.

Benefits:
KUMC offers a range of great benefits that support employees and eligible family members. Our health insurance benefits begin on hire date and KUMC offers other exciting benefits such as paid parental leave, generous employer retirement contributions and other resources to improve health and well-being. For more information, please visit https://www.kumc.edu/human-resources/benefits.html

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

The University of Kansas Medical Center is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ethnicity, ancestry, age, protected veteran or disability status, marital status, parental status, or genetic information. http://policy.ku.edu/IOA/nondiscrimination

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Research Technician

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