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University of Utah Lab Technician in SALT LAKE CITY, Utah
Jumpstart Your Lab Career: Dynamic Lab Technician Role in Immunology AvailableThe Haecker lab in the Division of Microbiology & Immunology is looking for a Research Technician to join our team. This is a fantastic chance to gain hands-on experience in a collaborative lab environment while exploring cutting-edge research related to autoimmunity and inflammation.Using various molecular, biochemical, and cell-based techniques, youll explore how genetic mutations impact inflammatory and autoimmune diseases. This role is perfect for those aiming to advance towards a PhD or MD career.As a key member of our team, youll:Support Research Projects: Help with data collection and analysis for ongoing studies.Help to manage Mouse Colony: Assist with the assessment and maintenance of the mouse colony, and perform minor animal surgeries.Assist with Lab Operations: Handle everyday lab tasks, including ordering supplies and maintaining equipment.Drive your own research project: Get interested in a particular project, develop your own ideas and design and execute experiments to explore the unknown.Why join us?Collaborative Environment: Work in a supportive, team-oriented lab that values innovation and teamwork.Hands-On Learning: Gain valuable experience by learning fundamental technologies that will help you in any lab or industry.Cutting-Edge Research: Engage in important studies to understand how the innate immune system interacts with pathogens, how genetic mutations contribute to diseases and how we can use that information to develop novel therapeutic strategies.Career Growth: Perfect for those looking to gain experience towards a future PhD or MD career.What Were Looking For:Strong interest in Immunology and Molecular Biology.Experience with mice, flow cytometry, and molecular biology is a plus, but not a must.Enthusiasm and a passion for learning and research.For more about who we are and what we do, please check our website at https://www.haeckerlab.org/How to Apply:Ready to join us? Please send your CV Cover letter with your research interests and career goals Contact info for three referencesto Dr. Hans Haecker, Professor at the Microbiology & Immunology Division of the Pathology Department, University of Utah, using the following link:https://utah.peopleadmin.com/postings/169235