OPS Research Technician

Classification Title:

OPS Research Technician-Kopinke Lab

Job Description:

The Kopinke Lab is seeking a motivated and organized OSP Research Technician for a temporary, full-time position (up to 40 hours per week).

About Our Lab:

We are a vibrant and collegial research team studying how intercellular communication is required to build, maintain, and repair adult tissues. We are passionate about science and foster a supportive community that values life both inside and outside the lab. You can learn more about our work and team at Kopinkelab.com.

Primary Responsibilities:

Your main duties will involve hands-on laboratory work, including:

• Mouse colony management (breeding, genotyping, and general animal care)
• Tissue harvesting
• Cell culture techniques

Additional Responsibilities:

You will also be essential to our lab's organization and operations, including:

• Maintaining clean and organized lab areas
• Managing ordering and supply inventories
• Creating and updating spreadsheets and other lab documents

An Ideal Opportunity for Your Gap Year

This position is an excellent opportunity for an individual planning to apply to graduate or medical school. Our lab is dedicated to mentorship, and our previous technicians have a strong track record of co-authoring publications and successfully matriculating into top-tier programs.

Come join us and contribute to new discoveries!

Expected Salary:

$17 to $19 per hour, based on experience and skills.

Minimum Requirements:

High school diploma and 3 years of relevant experience, or a Bachelor’s degree in a related field and at least 1 year of relevant experience. Please ask references to comment on lab/research experience. Proficiency in Microsoft Office (specifically Word, Excel, and PowerPoint) is required. Requires strong attention to detail and the ability to follow instructions with a good work ethic.

Preferred Qualifications:

Full-time work schedule preferred but will consider a part-time work schedule. Experience in these techniques is highly desirable:

• Basic knowledge of genetics and cell biology

• Knowledge in molecular biological and histological procedures and techniques, including tissue sectioning, immunohistochemistry, and fluorescence microscopy

• For the purpose of data analysis, knowledge of specific software such as GraphPad, Excel, ImageJ and Photoshop

• A background in mouse husbandry and tissue dissections

Special Instructions to Applicants:

To be considered for this position, please upload your most recent C.V., cover letter of interest directly addressing the requirements, and three professional references.

This is a time-limited position.

The application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.

Health Assessment Required: Yes