University of New Mexico

Albuquerque, New Mexico, United States

HS Research Tech 3 - req# 14626

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Job Description

HS Research Tech 3
Requisition ID req14626
Working Title HS Research Tech 3
Position Grade 10
Position Summary

Funding available through 12/31/2021; continuance beyond that date is subject to the Department's operational needs as outlined in UBPPM #3200, Employee Classifications, click here.

The Department of Neurosciences seeks a Health Sciences Research Tech 3 to perform research directed at the study of neural development, plasticity and degeneration. Research models include a combination of in vitro human pluripotent stem cells as well as in vivo mouse models. Techniques to be used may include but are not limited to cell culture, recombinant DNA engineering and expression in mammalian and bacterial systems, rodent colony maintenance, rodent behavioral assays, cardiac perfusions, brain extraction and processing, western blot analysis, co-immunoprecipitation, lenti/adeno/retroviral production, immunocyto/histochemistry, fluorescence/confocal microscopy, fluorescence-activated cell sorting (FACS), bioinformatics/statistical analysis.

The Health Sciences Research Tech 3 performs standard research protocols under detailed and controlled research parameters in a health sciences laboratory setting. This position conducts a variety of standardized tests and procedures; prepares samples and/or specimens; sets up and operates standard laboratory equipment of standard complexity; verifies and records data, and performs preliminary manipulation of experiment and/or test results, providing basic data analyses, summaries, and interpretations. In addition, opportunities for mentoring laboratory research students in various assays will be available and encouraged. Laboratory organization, including molecular reagents, laboratory equipment and supplies, cleaning and sterilization of glassware and other supplies, as well as performing ordering and document organization and maintenance are also expected.

See the Position Description for additional information.
Conditions of Employment
  • For individual positions in which driving is a job requirement, a valid NM driver's license and valid UNM driver's permit will be required.
  • Successful candidate must submit to post-offer, pre-employment physical examination and medical history check.
  • Annual TB testing may be required if working in a patient care area.
Minimum Qualifications

High school diploma or GED; at least 5 years of experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified.

Completed degree(s) from an accredited institution that are above the minimum education requirement may be substituted for experience on a year for year basis.
Preferred Qualifications

Bachelors degree in Neuroscience, Biochemistry, Biology, Chemistry or related field

Preference given to individuals who can demonstrate previous experience with:

Familiarity with the basic principles of neurons, synaptic transmission

Rodent models; animal handling, behavioral analysis, tissue processing

Mammalian cell culture, western immunoblotting and immunoprecipitation, immunocytochemistry

Molecular biology recombinant DNA methodology, including subcloning DNA fragments, plasmid preparation and analysis

Biochemical calculations (e.g., molarity, etc.) and preparation of solutions

Making research presentations (i.e. a poster presentation at an undergraduate research forum, etc.) or publications (including abstracts)

Additional Requirements
Campus Health Sciences Center (HSC) - Albuquerque, NM
Department Neurosciences (993A)
Employment Type Staff
Staff Type Term - Full-Time
Term End Date 12/31/2021
Status Non-Exempt
Pay $14.09-$20.43 DOE/DOQ hourly
Benefits Eligible This is a benefits eligible position. The University of New Mexico provides a comprehensive package of benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance. In addition, UNM offers educational benefits through the tuition remission and dependent education programs. See the Benefits home page for a more information.
ERB Statement Temporary and on-call employees working an appointment percentage of 26 (.26 FTE) or greater, per quarter, will be eligible to earn retirement service credits and thus are required to make New Mexico Educational Retirement Board (NMERB) contributions. More information pertaining to your FTE and NMERB contributions can be reviewed on the NMERB Guidelines Clarified webpage.
Background Check Required No
For Best Consideration Date 2/22/2021
Application Instructions

Only applications submitted throughthe official UNMJobs site will be accepted. If you are viewing this jobadvertisement on a 3rd party site, pleasevisit UNMJobs to submit an application.

Provide a resume and cover letter detailing your suitability for the position.

Positions posted with a Staff Type of Regular or Term are eligible for the Veteran Preference Program. See the Veteran Preference Program webpage for additional details.

The University of New Mexico is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.


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