Research Technician
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

Job Info

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Department:

Gene Therapy Center - 428001

Career Area :

Research Professionals

Posting Open Date:

07/22/2024

Application Deadline:

11/25/2024

Position Type:

Temporary Staff (SHRA)

Position Title :

Research Technician

Position Number:

20062125, 20023065, 20025980

Vacancy ID:

S023753

Full-time/Part-time:

Full-Time Temporary

Hours per week:

40

Work Schedule:

Monday - Friday

Position Location:

North Carolina, US

Hiring Range:

$17.00 - $25.00/hourly

Proposed Start Date:

08/12/2024

Estimated Duration of Appointment:

6 months not to exceed 11 months

Be a Tar Heel!:

A global higher education leader in innovative teaching, research and public service, the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill consistently ranks as one of the nation's top public universities. Known for its beautiful campus, world-class medical care, commitment to the arts and top athletic programs, Carolina is an ideal place to teach, work and learn.One of the best college towns and best places to live in the United States, Chapel Hill has diverse social, cultural, recreation and professional opportunities that span the campus and community.University employees can choose from a wide range of professional training opportunities for career growth, skill development and lifelong learning and enjoy exclusive perks that include numerous retail and restaurant discounts, savings on local child care centers and special rates for performing arts events.

Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit:

The UNC School of Medicine has a rich tradition of excellence and care. Our mission is to improve the health and wellbeing of North Carolinians, and others whom we serve. We accomplish this by providing leadership and excellence in the interrelated areas of patient care, education, and research. We strive to promote faculty, staff, and learner development in a diverse, respectful environment where our colleagues demonstrate professionalism, enhance learning, and create personal and professional sustainability. We optimize our partnership with the UNC Health System through close collaboration and commitment to service.
OUR VISION
Our vision is to be the nation's leading public school of medicine. We are ranked 2nd in primary care education among all US schools of medicine and 5th among public peers in NIH research funding. Our Allied Health Department is home to five top-ranked divisions, and we are home to 18 top-ranked clinical and basic science departments in NIH research funding.
OUR MISSION
Our mission is to improve the health and well-being of North Carolinians and others whom we serve. We accomplish this by providing leadership and excellence in the interrelated areas of patient care, education, and research.
Patient Care: We will promote health and provide superb clinical care while maintaining our strong tradition of reaching underserved populations and reducing health disparities across North Carolina and beyond.
Education: We will prepare tomorrow's health care professionals and biomedical researchers by facilitating learning within innovative curricula and team-oriented interprofessional education. We will cultivate outstanding teaching and research faculty, and we will recruit outstanding students and trainees from highly diverse backgrounds to create a socially responsible, highly skilled workforce.
Research: We will develop and support a rich array of outstanding health sciences research programs, centers, and resources. We will provide infrastructure and opportunities for collaboration among disciplines throughout and beyond our University to support outstanding research. We will foster programs in the areas of basic, translational, mechanistic, and population research.

Position Summary:

This position is meant to assist laboratory research done in the Gene Therapy Center-Li Lab, with focus on the use of viral vectors, specifically AAV. The position will be geared towards helping to prepare and maintain the lab as well as aiding ongoing research projects with current lab personnel.
Specific duties include:
* maintaining lab supplies
* disposing of hazardous waste
* preparing common lab solutions
* preparing glassware/tips, etc.
Research opportunities may include:
* plasmid preparation and purification
* cloning
* transformation
* PCR
* cell culture
* making virus
* other specialized methods as required to assist specific projects
Depending on the demonstrated abilities of the applicant, there will be opportunities for semi-independent research.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements:

Demonstrated possession of the competencies necessary to perform the work.

Required Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience:

Applicant must be able to do basic laboratory calculations to make chemical solutions. Applicant must be able to lift heavy objects, up to 10 lbs with or without reasonable accommodation. Applicant must be able to work using proper aseptic techniques.

Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience:

Prior lab experience is preferred. Applicant must be able and willing to work safely with hazardous materials.

Campus Security Authority Responsibilities:

Not Applicable.

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