Position Title: Research Technician II

Posting Number: R220253

Employer: Research Foundation

Salary Range: $38,000 - $42,000

FTE: 1.00

Position Summary:

The Physiology and Biophysics Department (https://medicine.buffalo.edu/departments/physiology.html) at The University at Buffalo has an exciting new position for an opening as a Research Technician II in the lab of Dr. Brian Weil.

In this position, you will:

• provide day-to-day support for in vivo research utilizing small and large animal models of cardiovascular disease;

• assist and advise postdoctoral researchers, students or other trainees conducting cardiovascular research in the laboratory;

• participate in administrative operations, budgeting, ordering of supplies and preparation and submission of Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee ( IACUC ) protocols.

Outstanding Benefits Package

Working at UB comes with benefits that exceed salary alone. There are personal rewards including comprehensive health and retirement plan options. We also focus on creating and sustaining a healthy mix of work, personal and academic pursuit – all in an effort to support your work-life effectiveness. Visit our benefits website to learn about our benefit packages (https://www.buffalo.edu/administrative-services/for-faculty-staff/benefits.research-foundation.html) .

About The University at Buffalo

The University at Buffalo (UB) #ubuffalo is one of America’s leading public research universities and a flagship of the State University of New York system, recognized for our excellence and our impact. UB is a premier, research-intensive public university dedicated to academic excellence. Our research, creative activity and people positively impact the world. Like the city we call home, UB is distinguished by a culture of resilient optimism, resourceful thinking and pragmatic dreaming that enables us to reach others every day. Visit our website to learn more about the University at Buffalo (http://buffalo.edu/) .

As an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer, the Research Foundation will not discriminate in its employment practices due to an applicant’s race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin and veteran or disability status.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Associate’s Degree in Biology, Veterinary Science or other health sciences field

• Experience working as part of a team in an academic research laboratory

• Desire and ability to learn new skills quickly

• Computer skills (e.g., Microsoft Office)

• Strong written and verbal communication skills

• Organized, self-motivated, and able to work independently

• Willing to work extra hours if needed for animal monitoring or care

Preferred Qualifications:

• A Bachelor of Science degree (or equivalent) in Biology, Veterinary Science or other health sciences field

• Research experience in the handling and use of animals and histological techniques (e.g. immunohistochemistry)

• Experience and/or an interest in molecular methods and experience in large animal surgical methods

Deadline for Applicants: Open Until Filled

Quicklink for Posting: 38094