What are the responsibilities and job description for the Research Technologist II - Tecle Lab position at Medical College of Wisconsin?
Summary
The Tecle lab in the Department of Microbiology and Immunology at the Medical College of Wisconsin seeks a Research Technologist I. The lab's overarching goal is to understand innate epithelial immune responses to intracellular pathogens. To do this, we investigate the response of the C. elegans intestine to pathogen infection using genetic, cell biology, and biochemical approaches.
Under the supervision of the PI, a successful candidate will support ongoing research projects and assist in laboratory management. A minimum of 1 year of prior research experience is required; 2 years of full-time research experience in an academic setting is preferred. Preference will be given to individuals with prior experience with C. elegans; however, this is not required for a successful hire. A successful hire would have previous experience maintaining accurate data records, managing lab budgets, purchasing lab supplies, preparing reagents/plates, and performing basic experimental techniques. In addition, a successful hire will have established effective communication and time management skills and demonstrated proactiveness, attention to detail, and a strong work ethic in previous positions. Competency with Word and Excel is absolutely required. The start date is flexible but must be no later than August 1st, 2026.
Primary Responsibilities
Appropriate experience may be substituted for education an on equivalent basis.
Minimum Required Education: Bachelor’s degree
Minimum Required Experience: 1 year
Preferred Experience: 2 years full-time and C. elegans-specific experience
Physical Requirements
Work requires occasionally lifting moderate weight materials, standing, or walking continuously.
Work Environment
Occasional exposure to dust, noise, temperature changes, or contact with water or other liquids. Work is performed in an environmentally controlled environment.
Sensory Acuity
Ability to detect and translate speech or other communication required. May occasionally require the ability to distinguish colors and perceive relative distances between objects.
Why MCW?
For a full list of positions see: MCW Careers
At MCW all of our endeavors, from our internal operations to our interactions with our partners, are driven by our shared organizational values: Caring – Collaborative – Curiosity – Inclusive – Integrity – Respect. We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment that values diversity in backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives through merit-based processes and in alignment with all applicable laws. We believe that embracing human differences is critical to realize our vision of a healthier world, and we recognize that a healthy and thriving community starts from within. Our values define who we are, what we stand for and how we conduct ourselves at MCW. If you believe in embracing individuality and working together according to these principles to improve health for all, then MCW is the place for you. For more information, please visit our institutional website.
MCW as an Equal Opportunity Employer and Commitment to Non-Discrimination:
The Medical College of Wisconsin (MCW) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to fostering an inclusive community of outstanding faculty, staff, and students, as well as ensuring equal educational opportunity, employment, and access to services, programs, and activities, without regard to an individual's race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, sex, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, predisposing genetic characteristic, or military status. Employees, students, applicants or other members of the MCW community (including but not limited to vendors, visitors, and guests) may not be subjected to harassment that is prohibited by law or treated adversely or retaliated against based upon a protected characteristic.
The Tecle lab in the Department of Microbiology and Immunology at the Medical College of Wisconsin seeks a Research Technologist I. The lab's overarching goal is to understand innate epithelial immune responses to intracellular pathogens. To do this, we investigate the response of the C. elegans intestine to pathogen infection using genetic, cell biology, and biochemical approaches.
Under the supervision of the PI, a successful candidate will support ongoing research projects and assist in laboratory management. A minimum of 1 year of prior research experience is required; 2 years of full-time research experience in an academic setting is preferred. Preference will be given to individuals with prior experience with C. elegans; however, this is not required for a successful hire. A successful hire would have previous experience maintaining accurate data records, managing lab budgets, purchasing lab supplies, preparing reagents/plates, and performing basic experimental techniques. In addition, a successful hire will have established effective communication and time management skills and demonstrated proactiveness, attention to detail, and a strong work ethic in previous positions. Competency with Word and Excel is absolutely required. The start date is flexible but must be no later than August 1st, 2026.
Primary Responsibilities
- Prepare all media and reagents for bacterial and C. elegans work
- Make and perform quality control on N. parisii and Orsay Virus (both BSL-1) preps for lab members use
- Create, organize, and maintain laboratory standard operating procedures and databases (strains, plasmids, genotyping primers, etc)
- Carry out assigned duties for ordering and maintaining budgets.
- Generate transgenic C. elegans strains via microinjection
- Perform standard experimental techniques such as PCR, plasmids preps, DNA cloning, bacterial transformation, generating competent bacteria and gel electrophoresis.
- Record and compile accurate records and communicate summaries of experimental results.
- Assist with the evaluation, interpretation and assessment of experimental data and quality control of assays.
- Participate in meetings with principal investigator and research staff and evaluate/interpret the validity of data as needed.
- Operate, calibrate and perform routine maintenance on specialized equipment used in research.
- Oversee daily lab operation in the absence of the supervisor or Principle Investigator.
- Knowledge of biology, chemistry, mathematics, documentation, and records management.
- Data utilization, complex problem solving, critical thinking, resource management, and writing skills.
Appropriate experience may be substituted for education an on equivalent basis.
Minimum Required Education: Bachelor’s degree
Minimum Required Experience: 1 year
Preferred Experience: 2 years full-time and C. elegans-specific experience
Physical Requirements
Work requires occasionally lifting moderate weight materials, standing, or walking continuously.
Work Environment
Occasional exposure to dust, noise, temperature changes, or contact with water or other liquids. Work is performed in an environmentally controlled environment.
Sensory Acuity
Ability to detect and translate speech or other communication required. May occasionally require the ability to distinguish colors and perceive relative distances between objects.
Why MCW?
- Outstanding Healthcare Coverage, including but not limited to Health, Vision, and Dental. Along with Flexible Spending options
- 403B Retirement Package
- Competitive Vacation and Paid Holidays offered
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Paid Parental Leave
- Employee & Family Assistance Program (EFAP)
- Pet Insurance
- On campus Fitness Facility, offering onsite classes
- Additional discounted rates on items such as: Select cell phone plans, local fitness facilities, Milwaukee recreation and entertainment etc.
For a full list of positions see: MCW Careers
At MCW all of our endeavors, from our internal operations to our interactions with our partners, are driven by our shared organizational values: Caring – Collaborative – Curiosity – Inclusive – Integrity – Respect. We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment that values diversity in backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives through merit-based processes and in alignment with all applicable laws. We believe that embracing human differences is critical to realize our vision of a healthier world, and we recognize that a healthy and thriving community starts from within. Our values define who we are, what we stand for and how we conduct ourselves at MCW. If you believe in embracing individuality and working together according to these principles to improve health for all, then MCW is the place for you. For more information, please visit our institutional website.
MCW as an Equal Opportunity Employer and Commitment to Non-Discrimination:
The Medical College of Wisconsin (MCW) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to fostering an inclusive community of outstanding faculty, staff, and students, as well as ensuring equal educational opportunity, employment, and access to services, programs, and activities, without regard to an individual's race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, sex, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, predisposing genetic characteristic, or military status. Employees, students, applicants or other members of the MCW community (including but not limited to vendors, visitors, and guests) may not be subjected to harassment that is prohibited by law or treated adversely or retaliated against based upon a protected characteristic.