HS Research Tech 1 - req# 34513

The Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences is currently seekingmotivated individual to join Dr. Singh’s research team at the Universityof New Mexico School of Medicine as HealthSciences Research Tech 1.

Dr. Singh’s lab focuseson decoding the epigenetic basis of ocular and metastatic cancers as well asage-related macular degeneration (AMD). This is a unique opportunity to be partof cutting-edge biomedical research with direct impact on future diagnosticsand therapeutics. Candidate will be part of various scientific paper writingand publications, contribute to medical research with real-world applicationsand learn cutting-edge research methods.

What You'll Do:

• Perform various lab & technical tasks, procedures for assigned ongoing research studies and routine tasks associated with the execution of epigenetics & molecular biology laboratory techniques.

• Support trainees/students (undergrad, PhD, MD students and post-doc) in ongoing research projects focused on uveal melanoma, cancer epigenetics, and age-related macular degeneration (AMD)
• Collect, process, and establish/coordinate: Data, samples, tissue dissections, new protocols etc.
• Continue zebrafish work, organoid work, various culture work ensuring the proper growth and maintenance of various cell lines, spheroids etc.
• Document work, including equipment settings, procedures, and results according to lab protocols.
• Perform preliminary data experiments, assist in the routine data analysis.
• Set up, operate, maintain, and clean laboratory instruments and equipment.
• Follow good laboratory safety practices and comply with safety protocols.
• Assist with literature reviews and maintain accurate research database.
• Learn and apply experimental design, data analytics, and research methodology.
• Collaborate with researchers from diverse scientific backgrounds
• Contribute to scientific writing and publication efforts, when appropriate
• Apply learned techniques and knowledge to independent research projects

See the Position Description for additional information.

• For individual positions in which driving is a job requirement, a valid NM driver's license and valid UNM driver's permit will be required.
• Successful candidate must submit to post-offer, pre-employment physical examination and medical history check.
• Annual TB testing may be required if working in a patient care area.

High school diploma or GED; at least 1 year of directly related student practicum or equivalent experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified.

Completed degree(s) from an accredited institution that are above the minimum education requirement may be substituted for experience on a year for year basis.

• Previous working experience in a research laboratory setting. 
• High level organization techniques in research documentation and data collection. 
• Able to work occasionally on weekends as lab needs dictate.

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