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Job Location (Full Address):

275 Hutchison Rd, Rochester, New York, United States of America, 14627

Opening:

Worker Subtype:

Regular

Time Type:

Full time

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

Department:

220546 Biomedical Engineering

Work Shift:

UR - Day (United States of America)

Range:

UR URG 105 H

Compensation Range:

$19.96 - $27.94

_The referenced pay range represents the minimum and maximum compensation for this job. Individual annual salaries/hourly rates will be set within the job's compensation range, and will be determined by considering factors including, but not limited to, market data, education, experience, qualifications, expertise of the individual, and internal equity considerations._

Responsibilities:

GENERAL PURPOSE

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The successful candidate will join a multidisciplinary team of engineers and biologists. The research group studies engineering and genetic strategies to manipulate cell function in multicellular systems, with a particular focus on mechanobiology to understand how functional tissues are formed during development. The research employs cutting-edge techniques in molecular biology, optogenetics, microscopy and imaging, using as systems mammalian cells (in vitro) and Drosophila melanogaster (fruit fly). The candidate will perform hands-on experimental work, data collection, data entry and analysis. The candidate will be responsible for establishing experimental procedures and protocols and will participate in regular meetings with the PI and other lab members. While work will be performed under the general supervision of the PI or a lab manager, the successful candidate will be expected to work independently.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

+ Plan and conduct research experiments using molecular biology methods to generate DNA vectors, transform bacteria, and transfect cells

+ Perform cell culture (mammalian cell lines, insect cells)

+ Learn and perform various imaging techniques, including confocal microscopy and image analysis of time-lapse image sequences

+ Assist in the establishment and maintenance of fruit fly collections associated with research projects in the lab

+ Contribute to general lab organization, including accurate documentation and record keeping/maintenance of large data files.

+ Occasionally train and instruct others in the lab on protocols, equipment use, and software use

+ Attend and participate in lab and research meetings

Other job duties and projects as assigned.

MINIMUM EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

+ High School diploma or GED and 1-year experience performing basic sampling, monitoring or research activities, compiling and collecting data and preparing reports Required

+ The ideal candidate will have a BSc (or Master's) degree in bioengineering, biology, biomedical engineering, biochemistry, or related fields Required

+ 1 years of technician experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

+ Possess excellent interpersonal and organizational skills. Strong communication skills, including written communication is Required

+ Hands-on experience with molecular biology, and/or fruit-fly research Required

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