Research Lab Technician, Dr. Wan’s Lab

About the Role

A Research Lab Technician position is available at the Influenza Systems Biology Laboratory, University of Missouri (MU). The role supports projects studying molecular mechanisms of virus transmission, pathogenesis, and immunological responses, as well as the development of broadly protective vaccines for influenza and SARS-CoV-2 viruses.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with animal experiments using various animal models such as mice, ferrets, swine, and avian species.
• Assist with routine lab management tasks such as maintenance, inventory, and reagent preparation.
• Assist with influenza and other emerging infectious disease surveillance efforts.
• Perform necropsy on research animals following standard operating procedures.
• Conduct assays after training, such as:
• Serological assays (e.g., hemagglutination inhibition, ELISA, and neutralization)
• ELISpot
• Virus propagation and purification
• Cell culture
• RNA extraction
• PCR/qRT-PCR
• Glycan microarray analyses
• Biolayer Interferometry data analysis
• Western blotting
• Train students to achieve research goals after relevant experience is obtained.

Additional duties and responsibilities may be assigned.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift 25 pounds regularly.
• Ability to work while wearing lab PPE, including N95 masks.

Work Environment

• BSL-2, ABSL-2, BSL-3, or ABSL-3 laboratory environment.

Shift

• Monday-Friday, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm with occasional evening/weekend work.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• High school diploma or equivalent combination of experience and acquired knowledge/skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior research experience in infectious diseases.
• Prior experience in necropsy and animal handling.

Compensation

• Salary Range: $16.50 to $19.00 per hour
• Grade: GGS 004

Application Materials

• CV/Resume
• MU Application
• Evidence of prior lab procedures successfully completed

Sponsorship Information

• Employment visa sponsorship is not available.