Senior Research Technologist 1019-1116

Senior Research Technologist

Job ID 2019-1116

Category

Scientific Research

Location : Location

US-NM-Albuquerque

Type

Full-time

Company/Division

Lovelace Biomedical (LBERI)

Within the Large Molecule Bioanalytical group, as a part of Scientific Core Laboratories, under general direction, the Senior Research Technologist will perform a variety of complex tasks following established techniques and procedures.  The Senior Research Technologist will be responsible for coordinating studies and conducting tests and experiments requiring nonstandard procedures and complex instrumentation. Individual will assist in developing new procedures and assays. Documents laboratory work to acceptable standards and maintains laboratory/medical equipment and supplies in accordance with Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), protocols and regulations.

The focus of this work will be within the bounds of biosample analysis for large molecules. This may include ELISA, Flow cytometry, ligand binding, etc. assays. These assays and the work will be conducted within both non GLP and GLP studies. Therefore the Sr. Research Technologist is required to be able maintain GLP compliance in data capture and analysis.

Bachelor’s degree in a related scientific discipline and 4 years of directly-related research experience; or an equivalent combination of education, training and/or experience from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been attained.

 

Must have a demonstrated understanding of research methodology, principles and procedures.  Must have the ability to successfully perform a variety of laboratory procedures using standard laboratory equipment and instruments. Must have the ability to gather, analyze and report data as well as the ability to design, organize, and/or coordinate scientific research projects.

 

Requires strong written and verbal communication skills, the ability to work independently and as a part of a team. Must have working knowledge of Microsoft Office , as well as the ability to learn department-specific computer systems as needed.

 

This position may involve work inside the ABSL3 facility which may require vaccinations/immunizations. Candidates must be able to lift up to 20 pounds and wear a respirator. A Post-offer physical and background check are required. Ability to gain and maintain access to Kirtland Air Force base (KAFB) is required.

Salary is commensurate with experience.

 

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