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Research Technician I, Department of Oral Biology

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Position Title: Research Technician I, Department of Oral Biology
Department: Department of Oral Biology
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Job Type: Full-Time

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A Research Technician I position is available at the University at Buffalo School of Dental Medicines Department of Oral Biolog y with Dr. Harim Tavares dos Santoss research team. The primary objective of this position is to study epithelial biology, with a focus on salivary gland inflammation. The candidate will develop and execute in vitro and in vivo experiments, histological processing and imaging, molecular biology techniques, and perform administrative tasks, as detailed below.

The activities of the Research Technician I will consist of:

• Mammalian cell culture
• DNA/RNA extraction and PCR;
• Protein detection/quantification and cell signaling studies
• Mice: maintaining the mouse colony, drug treatment, breeding and genotyping, and sample harvesting
• Histology (sample preparation)
• Microscopy imaging (brightfield, confocal, and transmission electron microscopy)
• Flow cytometry: multiple channel FACS analysis and immune profiling
• Presenting at scientific meetings for studies that the person conducts
• Administrative duties (taking notes during lab meetings, assisting with purchase orders and inventory management, managing protocol submissions and documentation, lab organization)
• Training and supervision of new technicians and students

Outstanding Benefits Package

Working at UB comes with benefits that exceed salary alone. There are personal rewards including comprehensive health and retirement plan options. We also focus on creating and sustaining a healthy mix of work, personal and academic pursuits - all in an effort to support your work-life effectiveness. Visit our benefits website to learn about our benefits packages .

About The University at Buffalo
The University at Buffalo (UB) #ubuffalo is one of Americas leading public research universities and a flagship of the State University of New York system, recognized for our excellence and our impact. UB is a premier, research-intensive public university dedicated to academic excellence. Our research, creative activity and people positively impact the world. Like the city we call home, UB is distinguished by a culture of resilient optimism, resourceful thinking and pragmatic dreaming that enables us to reach others every day. Visit our website to learn more about the University at Buffalo .

As an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer, the Research Foundation will not discriminate in its employment practices due to an applicants race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin and veteran or disability status.

Minimum Qualifications

• Requires education in a biomedical science or related field and at least one year of experience directly related to research or the program.
• Experience working in a research laboratory and the ability to work independently.
• Ability to troubleshoot laboratory protocols.
• Experience with animals.
• Tissue culture skills.
• Histology sample preparation.
• Experience in molecular biology: immunoblotting.
• Highly self-disciplined.
• Proficient in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and basic imaging software.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in ELISA and Flow cytometry;
• Experience in PCR;
• Microscopy imaging;
• Genetic bioinformatic analysis.

Physical Demands





Salary Range
$33,481 - $36,899



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Is a background check required for this posting?
Yes



Contact Information



Contact's Name: Harim Tavares dos Santos

Contact's Pronouns:

Contact's Title: Assistant Professor

Contact's Email: harimtav@buffalo.edu

Contact's Phone: 716-829-2854



Posting Dates



Posted: 10/31/2024

Deadline for Applicants: Open Until Filled

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About University at Buffalo

The University at Buffalo (UB) #ubuffalo is SUNY’s most comprehensive public research university, and an outstanding place to work. UB amplifies ambition for faculty and staff by offering endless possibilities to achieve more. Here, people from all backgrounds and cultures challenge and inspire each other to discover, learn and succeed. Dedicated staff and engaged faculty collaborate to further knowl¬edge and understanding, and develop tenacious graduates who are valued for their talents and their impact on global society. UB is one of America’s leading public research universities and a flagship of the State University of New York system, recognized for our excellence and our impact. UB is a premier, research-intensive public university dedicated to academic excellence. Our research, creative activity and people positively impact the world. Like the city we call home, UB is distinguished by a culture of resilient optimism, resourceful thinking and pragmatic dreaming that enables us to reach others every day. Visit our website to learn more about the University at Buffalo. University at Buffalo is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and, in keeping with our commitment, welcomes all to apply including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

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