• Job Description

  Req#: req16428

  Research Professional I
  Posting Number	req16428
  Department	RII Core Facilities
  Department Website Link	https://research.arizona.edu/facilities/search
  Location	Main Campus
  Address	Tucson, AZ USA
  Position Highlights	RII Core Facilities at the University of Arizona is in search of a Research Professional I. Primary responsibility will be to facilitate transgenic mouse genotyping services at the Arizona Genetics Core. The person in this position will work with investigators to optimize gene-specific assays and will accept samples for processing in our laboratory. This position will be responsible for performing a wide variety of skilled laboratory procedures including sample handling and transferring specimens with electronic, multi-channel pipettes, working with robotic platforms for sample processing, performing PCR assays and data QC/review. Core Facilities The University of Arizona is home to a host of research resources called core facilities or cores—highly specialized testbed facilities available for use by faculty, students, and scientists in government and industry. The core facilities provides users with access not only to the latest instrumentation, but also to experienced staff with expertise in designing and conducting experiments and analyzing data. Our core facilities are: Unique: Capabilities are not available elsewhere on campus and, in many cases, within the region Enabling: Open to a broad range of research, fostering a culture of interdisciplinary collaboration Accessible: In centralized locations to make them equally accessible to all users Sustainable: Generally recover their cost, or a portion of their cost, by charging user fees Outstanding UA benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; UA/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; state and optional retirement plans; access to UA recreation and cultural activities; and more! The University of Arizona has been recognized for our innovative work-life programs. For more information about working at the University of Arizona and relocations services, please click here .
  Duties & Responsibilities	Duties & responsibilities: Plans, collates and formulates research methods. Consults with investigators and facility management to design testing workflows. Conducts technical components of research projects according to established research plan. Follows established protocols for isolation of nucleic acids (DNA/RNA), sample QC, and genotyping by PCR. Operates and manages laboratory equipment including pipettes, QC instruments, and PCR machines, Collects, reviews and analyzes genetic data. Contributes to ensuring compliance of all performed laboratory work as required by regulatory organizations within the University and applicable regulatory agencies to maintain our facility credentials. Detailed record keeping and operation of the Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS). Authoring and maintenance of relevant Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs). Communicates and consults with researchers and core facility team to conduct high-throughput processing of specimens. Use of iLab Operations platform to communicate with investigators and to deliver prepared analysis and report scientific data. Identifies workflow improvements, performs technical troubleshooting and proposes solutions to laboratory challenges or problems. Optimizes PCR protocols and evaluates laboratory procedures. Additional duties may be assigned. Knowledge, skills & abilities in: Pipetting- manual and automated PCR- optimization and performance Sample handling techniques DNA extraction and QC Microsoft Excel
  Minimum Qualifications	Bachelor's degree or equivalent advanced learning attained through experience required and a minimum of 1 year of relevant work experience required.
  Preferred Qualifications	More than one year of experience working in a genetics or molecular biology laboratory setting.
  FLSA	Exempt
  Full Time/Part Time	Full Time
  Number of Hours Worked per Week	40
  Job FTE	1.0
  Work Calendar	Fiscal
  Job Category	Research
  Benefits Eligible	Yes - Full Benefits
  Rate of Pay	$44,000 - $50,000
  Compensation Type	salary at 1.0 full-time equivalency (FTE)
  Grade	6
  Career Stream and Level	PC1
  Job Family	Researchers & Scientists
  Job Function	Research
  Type of criminal background check required:	Name-based criminal background check (non-security sensitive)
  Number of Vacancies	1
  Target Hire Date
  Expected End Date
  Contact Information for Candidates	Barbara Fransway bbf@arizona.edu
  Open Date	6/7/2023
  Open Until Filled	Yes
  Documents Needed to Apply	Resume and Cover Letter
  Special Instructions to Applicant
  Diversity Statement	At the University of Arizona, we value our inclusive climate because we know that diversity in experiences and perspectives is vital to advancing innovation, critical thinking, solving complex problems, and creating an inclusive academic community. As a Hispanic-serving institution, we translate these values into action by seeking individuals who have experience and expertise working with diverse students, colleagues, and constituencies. Because we seek a workforce with a wide range of perspectives and experiences, we provide equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or genetic information. As an Employer of National Service, we also welcome alumni of AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other national service programs and others who will help us advance our Inclusive Excellence initiative aimed at creating a university that values student, staff and faculty engagement in addressing issues of diversity and inclusiveness.

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  95194 The University of Arizona is a public land-grant research university in Tucson, Arizona.

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