Role OverviewWorks under minimal supervision to provide responsible technical assistance in performance of assignments requiring basic knowledge of techniques and practices related to particular field of science. The Ebigbo lab focuses on translational gut microbiome research, studying the interplay between commensal microbiota and the immune system.
What You Will Do
Supports bench experiments for ongoing in vitro and in vivo studies under the principal investigator's supervision, assists with experiments, specimen tracking, maintenance of laboratory supplies, and documentation of procedures and results.
Why It Might Be a Fit
The research technician will coordinate with clinical and research staff to retrieve research specimens from the hospital following endoscopic procedures, transport specimens to the laboratory, and complete time-sensitive processing and storage in accordance with approved research protocols.
Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree With major coursework in field of assignment and no experience or
- Two (2) years of college with emphasis in coursework in field of assignment or
- High School Diploma or GED equivalent
- No experience required with Bachelor's Degree or
- 2 years of laboratory experience at level of Laboratory Technical Assistant or equivalent with two (2) years of college or
- 4 years of laboratory experience including two years at level of Laboratory Technical Assistant or equivalent with High School Graduation or GED equivalent
Benefits
- PPO medical plan, available day one at no cost for full-time employee-only coverage
- 100% coverage for preventive healthcare-no copay
- Paid Time Off, available day one
- Retirement Programs through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS)
- Paid Parental Leave Benefit
- Wellness programs
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer
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