Job Title: Research Technician
PVN ID: HC-1901-002885
Category: Research
Location: HUNTER COLLEGE

Job Description

General Description

Cancer Research Technician: Applications are invited for a laboratory research technician position at CUNY Hunter College/ Cornell. The technician will support research in the laboratory of Dr. Bargonetti. Responsibilities include oversight of laboratory inventory, bill paying, laboratory organization, ordering supplies, maintaining EHS records, biohazard disposal, maintaining cell culture lines, preparing media and plates for C. elegansstrains, and preparing general solutions for laboratory personnel. The successful candidate is expected to participate in conducting experiments under the supervision of the principal investigator (PI) and senior laboratory personnel. Minimal supervisory duties include training undergraduate students in laboratory technical duties. Must exercise independent judgement capabilities

To apply: Please send reply to the RFCUNY website position: Bargonetti Cancer Research Technician. Upload your CV that begins with a section designed for this position. It must contain: Name, current address and telephone number, degree(s) with dates awarded. This should be followed by a summary of research experience in the form of a paragraph that describes your qualifications for the position based on the eligibility as described. Also include the names of three references with their titles, emails, and phone numbers. Without this information your application will not be considered. This page with the description should not be more than one page. The rest of your CV can follow.

Other Duties

 

Preferred Skills, and Abilities:Experience in molecular and cell biology techniques, such as cell culture,nucleic acid and protein extractions from mammalian cells, gel electrophoresis and real-time PCR, western blot, immunocytochemistry, ChIP, DNA transfectionamong others. Experience with fluorescence and confocal microscopy is highly preferred. Basic computer programs such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint and ideally also with specific software such as Photoshop, ImageJ, CellProfiler, NIS-Elements. Ability to understand the basics of statistics. Ability to work well in a team environment and have excellent communication skills.  Must adhere to all safety requirements in all work environments. 

Additional Information:This is term position for one year with the possibility of renewal. Salary will be commensurate with research experience if candidates have a degree above the Bachelor’s.

Qualifications

Eligibility (apply only if you meet these):

  1. Bachelor’s in Biology, Biochemistry or a related field. Previous experience in a molecular or cell biology laboratory is preferred.
  2. Availability to start the position no later than March 1st2019
  3. Commitment to the job for at least one year but two years is preferred.
  4. Excellent time management and the ability to self-start with directions given on a weekly basis. Must be able to work independently, maintain clear records, and also must be an excellent team worker. Hours required are from 10-6, Monday through Friday. This position offers a $35,000.00 starting salary with excellent benefits. It is ideal for someone interested in going to graduate school in the future or who would like to work towards a laboratory management role.

About the Research Foundation

The Research Foundation of The City University of New York (RFCUNY) was established as a not-for-profit educational corporation chartered by the State of New York in 1963. RFCUNY supports CUNY faculty and staff in identifying and obtaining external support (pre-award) from government and private sponsors and is responsible for the administration of all such funded programs (post-award).

RFCUNY stands between CUNY’s principal investigators (PIs) and the sponsors who support them and strives to fulfill its essential responsibilities to both groups. Working closely with individual PIs and Grants Officers on the campuses, RFCUNY oversees employment, accounting, audit, reporting, purchasing, and special responsibilities that include management of a planned giving program; liaison with governmental agencies and foundations; negotiation of agreements; facility construction and renovation; protection and commercialization of intellectual property; and compliance with applicable standards in research involving human subjects, animal care, environmental and radiological safety, and conflicts of interest.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

The Research Foundation of the City University of New York is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Americans with Disabilities Act/E-Verify Employer. It is the policy of the Research Foundation of CUNY to provide equal employment opportunities free of discrimination based on race, color, age, religion, sex, pregnancy, childbirth, national origin, disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, domestic violence victim status, arrest record, criminal conviction history, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.

Key Features

Department
Biological Sciences
Status
Full Time
Annual Salary Range
$35,000.00 - $45,000.00
Closing Date
Mar 05, 2019 (Or Until Filled)
Bargaining Unit
No

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