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Position DetailsAdvertising/Posting Title Laboratory Technician SeniorDiversity Statement The University is especially interested in candidates who can contribute to the diversity and excellence of the institution. Applicants are encouraged to include in their cover letter information about how they will further this goal.Posting SummaryPerform a variety of technical functions in a fast-paced immunotherapy cancer research lab, in a basic and clinically oriented lab. Perform experiments involving in vivo mouse models, in vitro mechanisms and binding analyses of immunotherapy treatments. Provide high-level technical expertise in the design, performance, and troubleshooting of complex laboratory experiments. Analyze, interpret and manage experimental data. Exercise judgment in prioritizing work to meet the objectives and deadlines provided by the PI. Maintain compliance with regulatory agencies for the laboratory, including but not limited to personnel lab safety, chemical safety, biosafety, IACUC , IRB , and IBC . Serve as a resource and support person for other researchers/faculty for experimental preparation, design, evaluating methodologies, and interpreting data. Work independently with minimal supervision in a collaborative and flexible manner is essential.Minimum Qualifications (or equivalent combination of education and experience)Bachelor s degree in related field and four to five years related laboratory research experience required. Demonstrate experience and proficiency with molecular biology, cell culture techniques, cell purification, fluorescent microscopy, ELISAs, flow cytometry, PCR , cloning, DNA and protein purification, and other cell and molecular analytical techniques beyond educational training required. Demonstrate and proficient experience working with mice required. Knowledge of immunology and cancer biology. Effective organizational, communication and data presentation skills required.Desirable QualificationsExperience working in a team-oriented environment with people of diverse backgrounds; comfortable summarizing and reporting results to researchers; self-motivation; excellent time-management, organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills; commitment to exceeding quality standards, providing exceptional services, and producing accurate and high quality work; meticulous attention to detail; practiced documentation skills; and awareness of basic safety issues and ability to follow safety procedures and maintain a safe work environment. Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Graph pad Prism and Image J programs and other related computer skills is desirable.Anticipated Pay Range 52,000-62,000/yearOther InformationSpecial Conditions Bargaining unit position, External candidates must complete a 4-month probationary period, Contingent on continued funding, Occasional evening and/or weekends required (if non-exempt position, may result in overtime), A probationary period may be required for current UVM employees, Travel to and from worksites required, This position is ineligible for telework due to the essential functions, Background Check required for this positionFLSA Non-ExemptUnion Position Yes, UVMSU ($20 minimum hourly rate)Posting DetailsPosition will be posted for a minimum of one week, after which it is subject to removal without notice.Job Open Date 05/09/2024Job Close Date (Jobs close at 11:59 PM EST.)Open Until Filled NoPosition InformationPosition Title Lab/Research Technician SrPosting Number S5058PODepartment Surg-Oncology/55794Position Number 00026654Employee FTE 1.0Employee Term 12Supplemental QuestionsRequired fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).Please specify here where applicable. Enter "NA" if not applicable.(Open Ended Question)How did you hear about this employment opportunity?American Alliance of MuseumsAmerican Association for Affirmative ActionBostonWorksBurlington Free PressCareerBuilderChronicle of Higher EducationCommunity Organization (Please specify below)Consortium of Higher Ed LGBT Resource ProfessionalsCraig's ListCUPADepartment of LaborDiverse Issues in Higher EducationDiversityDBDiversity, Inc.FacebookGlassdoorHBCUHERCHigherEdJobsHispanic OutlookIndeedInside Higher EdJob CentralJob FairJobsinVTLatProLinkedInListserv (Please specify below)MonsterNAFSA: Association of International EducatorsNACUBONCAA Job MarketNEACACPoliceOneRutland HeraldSeven DaysSHRMSt. Albans MessengerTrade Show/Conference (Please specify below)TwitterUVM Catamount Job LinkUVM Employee (Please specify below)UVM Employment Web SiteVermont JobLinkVermontJobs.comVermont Library AssociationWomen in Higher EducationWorkplace DiversityZip RecruiterOther (Please specify below)Documents Needed to ApplyRequired DocumentsResumeCover Letter/Letter of ApplicationOptional DocumentsOther Document (1)