Research Technician

Job Summary

Xavier University of Louisiana invites applications for a post-baccalaureate Research Technician. Primary responsibility will be to complete research experiments involving protein expression and purification, immunoblotting, immunofluorescence, and/or cell culture. Additional responsibilities of the position include maintaining laboratory stocks, assisting undergraduate research students with basic procedures, and assisting with daily management of routine laboratory work. This is a grant-funded position for a recent B.S. graduate seeking entry-level research experience for a period of 6-18 months. AA/EOE

Minimum Qualifications

• B.S. in biochemistry, molecular biology, or a closely related area.
• Undergraduate or post-baccalaureate research experience in some area of biochemistry or molecular biology.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with one or more of: protein expression and purification, immunoblotting, immunofluorescence, or tissue culture.
• Demonstrated interest in pursuing research as a career and/or in pursuing an advanced degree in the sciences.

Special Requirements

Funding for this position is contingent on the successful applicant being a trainee with a recent bachelor's degree (awarded no more than 5 years prior to the start date) and who has not yet pursued a graduate degree program. Individuals already possessing any advanced degree in science, engineering, or mathematics will not be considered. Must be a US citizen or permanent resident.

Work Hours

Full-time, approximately 9-5 Mon-Fri. Specific work periods negotiable. Experimental requirements may occasionally impose specific day and hour requirements outside of a standard workday.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Primary responsibility will be to complete research experiments involving protein expression and purification, immunoblotting, immunofluorescence, and/or cell culture. Additional responsibilities include maintaining laboratory stocks, assisting undergraduate research students with basic procedures, and assisting with daily management of routine laboratory work.