School of Medicine

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The CTPM laboratory in the Department of Anesthesiology has an opening for a
Research Technician will test the effects of human serum on pain in animal models
using behavioral and biochemical assays.

Occupational Summary:
This position will test the effects of human serum on pain in animal models using
behavioral and biochemical assays. This is a high priority in CTPM.

• Perform a variety of technical duties, some of which may be complex, involved in conducting physical, chemical, biological and other research laboratory tests, experiments and determinations to obtain data for research purposes; compile, analyze, document and draw tentative conclusions from experimental results.

• Confer with principal investigator to review work assignments and assist in the development of plans for research experiments; make minor modifications to existing laboratory procedures and techniques to meet the needs of the particular equipment as required.

• Review laboratory methods manual, scientific journals, abstracts and other literature for information applicable to research experiments.

• Determine and set up instruments, material and apparatus and operate laboratory equipment required for specific tests.

• Obtain, prepare, mount and stain tissue, blood and other substances for microscopic examination.

• Prepare culture media, chemicals, reagents and solutions.

• Maintain sufficient inventory of material, supplies and equipment for performance of duties; clean and maintain laboratory equipment.

• Review work of lower level laboratory personnel within designated areas and assist in training new personnel.

Perform other related duties incidental to the work described herein.

The above statements describe the general nature and level of work being performed by
individuals assigned to this classification. This is not intended to be an exhaustive list of
all responsibilities and duties required of personnel so classified.

Required Qualifications at this Level
Education/Training
Work generally requires skills acquired through the completion of a bachelor's
degree in botany, biology, zoology, psychology or other science related scientific
field program.
Experience
Non required above education/training requirement. OR AN EQUIVALENT
COMBINATION OF RELEVANT EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE
Preferred Qualifications:
Prefer neuroscience, psychiatry, pharmacology, toxicology or related field
Research experience involving behavioral studies in mice and/or cell culture is a plus
Experience in biostatistics, R and/or database analysis
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:
Must be detail-oriented, very well organized, and approach laboratory procedures with
critical thinking of the technical aspects
Must adhere to strict safety and reporting requirements
Ability to work and communicate effectively in a dynamic group environment
This is an ideal position for a college graduate/graduate student with an interest in
pursuing graduate or professional education(e.g. medical school, graduate school) in the
future.

Minimum Qualifications

Education

Work generally requires a bachelor's degree in botany, biology, zoology, psychology or other directly related scientific field.

Experience

None required above education/training requirement. OR AN EQUIVALENT COMBINATION OF RELEVANT EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

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