Medical Research Technician, Microbiology

Medical Research Technician, MicrobiologyTNPRC - Microbiology

Location: Covington, LA

Summary

The Division of Microbiology, Tulane National Primate Research Center has an exciting opportunity for a Medical Research Technician. Under the direction and supervision of the Principal Investigator and the Laboratory Supervisor, this individual will work in active research projects to study viral pathogenies and cure research. Primarily, the technician will perform standard molecular biology, immunology, and tissue culture techniques such as ELISA, PCR, flow cytometry, and immunohistochemistry. The candidate will also assist ordering supplies, maintaining equipment, and general laboratory maintenance. The ability to work within a team, flexibility and responsibility are essential for this position. Necessary training on laboratory and biosafety procedures will be provided.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree (BS)• 0-2 years Laboratory experience required

Preferred Qualifications

• A Bachelor’s Degree (BS) in any one of the following streams of sciences: microbiology, immunology, cell-biology, genetics, molecular biology, infectious disease, biological or general science.• Work experience with standard immunology and molecular biology assays• Knowledge of safe working principles, both for animal and laboratory space.• Familiarity with basic computational tools such as Microsoft Excel, Word, etc. • Experience with laboratory techniques, such as molecular biology, cell biology, and sterile technique