Temporary Research Technician I

Department:

Center for Predictive Medicine

Location:

Health Sciences Center

Time Type:

Full time

Worker Type:

Temporary (Fixed Term)

Job Req ID:

R108910

Minimum Requirements:

Four (4) or more years of research experience, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience. May require professional certification.

Position Description:

The Center for Predictive Medicine seeks a Temporary Research Technician I to support the principal investigator in a laboratory conducting research on drug discovery and basic scientific studies for viral diseases.  The individual in this position will participate in the design, execution, and control of laboratory research studies and develop protocols and procedures.  The position requires strong computer skills, attention to detail, strong interpersonal and time management skills.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Participate in the design and execution of research experiments.

• Independently perform data acquisition and collect, collate, and analyze research experimental data.

• Prepare data for publication and draft research papers and technical reports.

• Perform critical analyses of literature relevant to research undertaken.  Assist in the preparation of technical reports, research papers and manuscripts for publication and presentation at conferences and workshops.

• Assist in the review and revision of laboratory policies and procedures.

• Participate in the planning and development of goals for the research project and laboratory. Assist in the establishment of test controls, criteria, and research standards.

• Other related duties as assigned.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in related field and experience in mouse behavioral study.

• 6 months of research experience in a biomedical laboratory.

• Documented experience working with laboratory animals, especially rodents.

Competencies

• Proactive - anticipates and plans for problems before they arise.

• Organized – manages time effectively.

• Analytical – evaluating data and other information with the ability to choose the best solution and make recommendations.

• Teamwork – ability to work with others and take directions from others in the interest of moving process and programs forward to the desired outcome.

• Communication – possess good written and verbal communication skills.

• Critical Thinking – ability to think through issues and identify appropriate options.

Compensation will be commensurate to candidate experience.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of Louisville is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. The University strives to provide equal employment opportunity on the basis of merit and without unlawful discrimination on the basis of race, sex, age, color, national origin, ethnicity, creed, religion, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, veteran status, marital status, or pregnancy. In accordance with the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Vietnam Era Veteran Readjustment Act of 1974, the University prohibits job discrimination of individuals with disabilities, Vietnam era veterans, qualified special disabled veterans, recently separated veterans, and other protected veterans. The University acknowledges its obligations to ensure affirmative steps are taken to ensure equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants for employment. It is the policy of the University that no employee or applicant for employment be subject to unlawful discrimination in terms of recruitment, hiring, promotion, contract, contract renewal, tenure, compensation, benefits, and/or working conditions. No employee or applicant for employment is required to endorse or condemn a specific ideology, political viewpoint, or social viewpoint to be eligible for hiring, contract renewal, tenure, or promotion.

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Assistance and Accommodations

Computers are available for application submission at the Human Resources Department located at 2315 South First Street Walk, Room 02C - Louisville, Kentucky 40292.

If you require assistance or accommodation with our online application process, please contact us by email at [email protected] or by phone 502-852-6258.