Research Technologist I- Carle Illinois College of Medicine

Duties & Responsibilities

• Research Operations and Technical Expertise
  
  • Perform routine and moderately complex cell and molecular biology experiments in support of PI-directed research projects.
  • Maintain mammalian cell cultures, including aseptic techniques, passaging, cryopreservation, and routine contamination testing (e.g., Mycoplasma).
  • Conduct laboratory assays as required, which may include: o PCR, qPCR, and RT-PCR o Western blotting and immunoprecipitation o Molecular cloning, plasmid preparation, and transfections o ELISA and other immunoassays o Flow cytometry o Fluorescence and confocal microscopy
  • Prepare and maintain laboratory reagents, buffers, media, and common solutions to support ongoing research activities.
  • Maintain accurate laboratory notebooks and data records in accordance with established laboratory practices.
  • Assist with experimental troubleshooting under the direction of the Principal Investigator or senior research staff.
  • Attend laboratory meetings and provide experimental updates as requested.
• Laboratory Operations, Compliance and Resource Management
  
  • Assist with ordering laboratory supplies, reagents, and services in accordance with institutional purchasing procedures.
  • Maintain inventory records to ensure adequate stock of reagents, consumables, chemicals, and cell lines.
  • Monitor laboratory equipment and report maintenance or repair needs to the Principal Investigator or appropriate service personnel.
  • Assist with maintaining laboratory certifications, protocols, and regulatory documentation.
  • Follow established laboratory safety, biosafety, and chemical safety procedures.
  • Maintain laboratory SOPs, safety training documentation, and operational records as directed.
• Personnel Training and Supervision
  
  • Provide task-based guidance to students or new laboratory personnel on routine procedures as requested.
  • Assist with onboarding activities related to laboratory safety and basic technique orientation.
  • Support shared laboratory organization, scheduling, and general operational needs.
• Other Responsibilities
  
  • Perform other duties as assigned.
  • Establish and maintain effective working relationships; work cooperatively and collegially with others in a manner consistent with a workplace of dignity and respect.
  • Support equal employment opportunity principles and foster a culture of diversity, inclusion, and collaboration within the laboratory and Carle Illinois College of Medicine.
  • Support positive inter-professional relationships across institutional partners.