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The Children's Hospital of Philadelphia Research Tech I- Dr. Lawrence Eisenlohr Laboratory in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Reference #: 1009089 SHIFT:Day (United States of America)
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A Brief Overview Overview: Research Technician in a basic biomedical research laboratory with a focus on fundamental concepts in infection and immunity, mainly to viral infections.
Responsibilities: Support the lab in a variety of ways including inventory, ordering, organization, and experimentation.
Specifics: The laboratory utilizes several in vitro (cell line) and in vivo (mouse) models to study various aspects of innate and adaptive immune responses to several different pathogens, including influenza, poxviruses (vaccinia and ectromelia), mouse hepatitis virus (a b-coronavirus), HIV-1, Sendai virus, adenovirus and Salmonella. Typical tasks include virus expansion and titration, mouse breeding and genotyping, mouse immunization (including with mRNA vaccines) and processing of immune cells, assays of immune recognition (ELISpot and multiparameter flow cytometry), DNA/RNA work, inventory, ordering, and lab organization.
Environment: The Eisenlohr lab is mid-sized (10-12 member), with a long tradition of collegiality and independence. Most research technicians have had their own research projects before going on to graduate school and/or medical school.
What you will do Performs routine tests / experiments under the direction of principal investigator, supervisor or other designee. Performs research procedures on experimental samples as directed Records and checks experiments/results for completeness and accuracy Performs calculations and maintains appropriate log and lab notebooks Performs tasks that may require minimal familiarity with fundamental techniques and lab equipment Assists in care of lab equipment Sterilizes and cleans glassware, and disposes of specimens, media and other materials using appropriate procedures Attends courses, seminars, and lab meetings to expand knowledge of research and laboratory techniques Records results, organizes data and maintains lab notebook (physical or electronic) in an organized manner. Conducts literary searches as directed. Education Qualifications High School Diploma / GED Required Associate's Degree Preferred Bachelor's Degree Preferred Experience Qualifications Related classroom or laboratory experience or successful completion of a technical training program (eg. Wistar, WPSI) Required At least six (6) months Related classroom or laboratory experience or successful completion of a technical training program (eg. Wistar, WPSI) Preferred Skills and Abilities Basic understanding of lab procedures, protocols, and equipment. Strong verbal and written communications skills Strong organizational skills Solid critical thinking / problem-solving skills Solid analytical skills
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