OPS Temporary Research Technician, Medical Eng (Finance)
A Research Technician performs technical laboratory duties and/or basic data analysis in support of gene therapy and regenerative medicine research projects in Dr. Bulysheva's Gene Therapy and Regenerative Medicine laboratory. Training for specialized laboratory techniques will be provided on the job as needed. This position may also analyze data and produce graphs and charts for publication.
This position works on a grant or research projects in the Gene Therapy and Regenerative Medicine Laboratory and performs specific laboratory procedures. The position performs data recording and preliminary analysis and may prepare graphs and charts for publication. Work at this level is nonexempt and represents a basic level of scientific contribution involving some theoretical knowledge. Research Technicians perform preliminary analysis of data and may produce graphs and charts for publication.This position requires a high school diploma or equivalent and three years of laboratory or research experience. College coursework in a natural or physical science may be substituted for the required experience on a year for year basis.
This job is subject to Foreign Influence Screening: During the 2021 Florida legislative session, House Bill 7017 ("HB 7017") was passed and later signed into law by Governor DeSantis. The new law modifies a variety of Florida Statutes to address concerns regarding improper foreign influence. With regard to employment at major research institutions like the University of South Florida, the new law requires thorough review of certain applicants for positions involving research.The University of South Florida is a high-impact global research university dedicated to student success. Over the past 10 years, no other public university in the country has risen faster in U.S. News and World Report's national university rankings than USF. Serving more than 50,000 students on campuses in Tampa, St. Petersburg and Sarasota-Manatee, USF is designated as a Preeminent State Research University by the Florida Board of Governors, placing it in the most elite category among the state's 12 public universities. USF is a member of the American Athletic Conference.
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Working at USF
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With more than 16,000 employees at USF, the University of South Florida is one of the largest employers in the Tampa Bay region. At USF you will find opportunities to excel in a rich academic environment that fosters the development and advancement of our employees. We believe in creating a talented, engaged and driven workforce through on-going development and career opportunities. We also offer a first class benefit package that includes medical, dental and life insurance plans, retirement plan options, tuition program and generous leave programs and more.
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To learn more about working at USF please visit: Work Here. Learn Here. Grow Here .The following list provides examples of the most typical duties for this position, other comparable
duties may be assigned as needed.
• Performs standard laboratory procedures such as maintaining cell cultures requiring the use of
sterile technique, cell counting, gene electrotransfer, preparing samples using staining techniques,
and performing assays for protein, RNA, DNA, or other cellular components.
• Fluorescence and transmitted light microscopy
• Cares for laboratory animals. Performs standardized experimental protocols. May prepare animals
for surgery, and care for animals after surgery.
• Orders laboratory equipment, calibrates instruments, and prepares laboratory equipment for use.
• Keeps and maintains a laboratory notebook (may be electronic)
• Monitors and assists with student experiments
• Prepares graphs, graphs, charts and tables from experimental results for inclusion in presentations
and publications.
• Facilitates and presents laboratory experiments in weekly lab meetings
