Summary

The position is for a Research Technician III to provide responsible research assistance for studies on hepatitis B virus in the Department of Molecular Virology and Microbiology. The laboratory is using artificial intelligence and computational algorithms to identify and repurpose FDA-approved drugs as novel HBV therapeutics to combat chronic HBV infection and progression to cancer. This position will encompass both sterile maintenance and culturing of cells, growing of virus strains, performing a variety of assays such as transfections of cells, enzyme immunoassays, RT-qPCR, and Western blots to detect functional viral and host proteins critical for successful virus replication. A responsible, skilled and dedicated individual is required. This position will offer a unique and rewarding translational research experience in a dynamic and highly productive laboratory. This job is suitable for someone who can handle multiple projects and can follow instructions to complete assignments under minimal supervision.

Job Duties

• Maintain cell lines.
• Purify plasmids and transfect plasmids into cell lines.
• Establish and apply techniques routinely used in research such as enzyme immunoassays, western blot and RT-qPCR.
• Document results.
• Other duties as required for the project
• Contributeto lab maintenance: ordering supplies, general clean up, freezer cataloging, and maintaining lab equipment.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a Basic Science or related field. Four years of related experience may substitute for degree requirement.
• One year of relevant experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in basic science ora related field.
• Experience in molecular biology, excellent aseptic technique and general skills common to a microbiology lab are a must. Tissue culture expertise is required.
• Preference given for experience in virology research.
• Strong documentation and organizational skills with the ability to keep accurate records of all work performed.
• Must show documented proof of HBV immunity.