Research Technologist I

Position Description:

Position Summary

Research Technologist I

Purpose

Under general supervision provide support for department research through projects, maintenance and communication of data, and execution of laboratory experiments.

Primary Functions

  •  Carry out experimental designs for sponsored research projects, and perform routine experiments.

  •  Record and compile accurate records and communicate summaries of experimental results.

  •  Assist with the evaluation, interpretation and assessment of experimental data and quality control of assays.

  •  Participate in meetings with Principal Investigator and research staff and evaluate/interpret the validity of data as needed.

  •  Carry out assigned duties for ordering and maintaining supply of inventories.

  •  Operate, calibrate and perform routine maintenance on specialized equipment used in research.

  •  Prepare media and maintain cells by various culturing in techniques.

  •  Oversee daily lab operation in the absence of the supervisor or Principal Investigator.

Preferred Schedule:

Casual part time role with expectations for coverage during core business hours and flexibility required as necessary to accommodate business needs.

Position Requirements:

Knowledge – Skills – Abilities

Knowledge of biology, chemistry, mathematics, documentation, and records management.

Data utilization, complex problem solving, critical thinking, resource management, and writing skills.

Specifications

Appropriate experience may be substituted for education on an equivalent basis

Minimum Required Education:               Bachelor’s degree

Minimum Required Experience:             No experience required.

Preferred Education:                              BA or BS in science-related major

Preferred Experience:                            0-2 years of experience in a wet lab

Field:                                                    Molecular biology, cellular biology, genomics

Certification:                                         None required

MCW as an Equal Opportunity Employer and Commitment to Non-Discrimination

The Medical College of Wisconsin (MCW) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to fostering a diverse community of outstanding faculty, staff, and students, as well as ensuring equal educational opportunity, employment, and access to services, programs, and activities, without regard to an individual’s race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, sex, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, predisposing genetic characteristic, or military status. Employees, students, applicants or other members of the MCW community (including but not limited to vendors, visitors, and guests) may not be subjected to harassment that is prohibited by law or treated adversely or retaliated against based upon a protected characteristic.

.