Research Technician

Research Technician to assist and support scientific investigation to study molecular and cellular

mechanisms of motor neuron diseases as directed in the Department of Neurology in the laboratory of

Dr. Kolb; independently conducts assigned experiments; performs a variety of molecular, cellular, and

biological research techniques and procedures including PCR reactions, gel electrophoresis, assays,

cell cultures and Western analysis; sorts and processes tissue and blood samples; tests and evaluates

current procedures; performs routine procedures on lab animals; records, consolidates and assists with analysis of research results; assists in evaluating validity of data obtained from experimental procedures; summarizes data for inclusion in grant proposals and manuscripts; prepares research progress reports; assists principal investigator with the preparation of publications, manuscripts, articles, posters, and abstracts; conducts library research on requested topics through researching current literature; oversees and maintains accurate records of laboratory activities; assists with training of junior research staff, and undergraduate and graduate students in research methods and equipment operation; sets up and operates laboratory equipment; monitors research supply, including specimens, inventory and initiates procurement requests as needed