Temporary Research Laboratory Technician Ii

2 weeks ago

Kalamazoo, United States WMU Homer Stryker, M.D. School of Medicine Full time

Overview:
Western Michigan University Homer Stryker MD School of Medicine is seeking a Research Lab Technician. In this role the Research Lab Technician work involves basic and translational research in immunology to address key questions relating to B cell development and function in studies carried out in animal models and/or with patient samples. The successful applicant will have the opportunity to perform laboratory research using innovative techniques.

**Responsibilities**:

- Communicates problems or matters of a scientific, technical and/or administrative nature within the department and interdepartmentally utilizing computer technology.
- Conducts research and assists in the conduct of research.
- Analyzes data and interprets results to write reports and summaries of findings.
- Maintains accurate records of tests conducted, results, data and patients tested including calculation of results from supplied data, obtained data and statistics for quality assurance.
- Maintains equipment and inventory through making minor adjustments, performing scheduled maintenance, and troubleshooting major problems utilizing departmental resources and manufacturers telephone trouble lines.
- Organizes and prioritizes work to meet specific goals and accomplishments.
- Maintains clean and efficient work area and replenishes supplies as necessary.
- Isolates and cultures primary lymphocytes.
- Various assays performed on purified populations including one or more of the following:

- Immunoflorescent staining
- ELISPOT
- ELISA
- RNA isolation/RT-PCR
- Expression cloning
- Protein extraction/Western blottin
- Preparation of stock solutions and reagents.
- Testing of serum and complement.
- Maintenance of laboratory equipment.
- Inventory and ordering.
- Availability to work occasional overtime on weekends or evenings to complete time sensitive projects.
- Acquires knowledge for new technology and policy/procedure revisions.
- All other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:
**EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE**:

- B.S. or B.A. degree, preferably in Biology, Chemistry, Molecular Biology, or a related field.
- Minimum of one to two years’ experience in a research lab preferred.
- Desirable but not required skills include experience with any or all of: sterile tissue culture, flow cytometric analysis, RNA and protein extraction, vertical and horizontal gel electrophoresis, protein immunoprecipitation, Western blotting, polymerase chain reaction, and molecular cloning.

**OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES**:

- Demonstrates the ability to recognize priorities in organization of work flow.
- Able to perform duties independently, with a mínimal need for direct supervision.

**About Western Michigan University Homer Stryker M.D. School of Medicine (WMed)**

We are committed to excellence and health equity through transformative medical education, high-quality, patient
- and family-entered care, innovative research, and community partnerships within a just culture of diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging. Our vision is health equity for all in Southwest Michigan through innovation in the practice and study of medicine.

The medical school is a collaboration of Western Michigan University and Kalamazoo's two teaching health systems, Ascension Borgess and Bronson Healthcare. The medical school is a private nonprofit corporation supported by private gifts, clinical revenues, research activities, tuition, and endowment income. Building upon a $100 million foundational gift in 2011, WMed is a recipient of the Empowering Futures Gift, a philanthropic commitment of $300 million to support the mission of the medical school. WMed contributes to the economic vitality of Southwest Michigan through the services we provide as well as the creation of 1,600 new jobs and an annual estimated economic impact of $353 million in Kalamazoo and Calhoun counties.

WMed is fully accredited by the Liaison Committee on Medical Education and the Higher Learning Commission. The medical school offers a comprehensive, innovative four-year Doctor of Medicine degree program and two Master of Science degree programs in Biomedical Sciences and Medical Engineering. We train physicians in 10 residencies and five fellowships accredited by the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education. To support our educational mission, we have Joint Accreditation for interprofessional continuing education, which incorporates accreditation by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education.

WMed Health is the clinical practice of the medical school with more than 300 providers offering comprehensive primary care and specialty services in several locations throughout Kalamazoo, Portage, and Battle Creek. The Department of Pathology faculty serve as the Office of the Medical Examiner for counties throughout Michigan and northern Indiana.

The W.E. Upjohn M.D. Campus located in downtown Kalamazoo serves as the primary educational facility with faculty and administr

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