Research Technician

About the Role

This role is within a collaborative research laboratory studying environmental health microbiology and wastewater-based epidemiology. The laboratory utilizes molecular and sequencing-based methods to examine population-level patterns in microbial and molecular markers relevant to infectious disease and other public health concerns. The candidate will also gain experience analyzing environmental samples using various experimental techniques.

Key Responsibilities

• Processes samples, performs molecular assays, and assists with targeted sequencing workflows.
• Maintains quality-control records for rigorous and reproducible research.
• Supports routine laboratory operations, including equipment maintenance, inventory management, preparation of reagents, and organization of research data.
• Monitors inventory levels of needed materials, supplies, and equipment in support of research projects.
• Prepares supplies for appropriate use in field experiments.
• Sets up experiment apparatuses according to established protocols.
• Prepares reports and maintains all relevant documentation.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Wet lab related experience
• Proficient written and verbal communication skills
• Maintain a high degree of professionalism
• Demonstrate time management and priority setting skills
• Demonstrate a high commitment to quality
• Experience with pipettes and biosafety procedures (preferred)
• Ability to effectively communicate
• Ability to move about the work environment and to position oneself to operate laboratory equipment effectively
• Ability to move objects weighing up to 25 pounds
• Occasional work near moving mechanical parts

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent (such as HSED or GED)
• Bachelor's degree (preferred)