RESEARCH TECHNICIAN I

School of Medicine

Established in 1930, Duke University School of Medicine is the youngest of the nation's top medical schools. Ranked sixth among medical schools in the nation, the School takes pride in being an inclusive community of outstanding learners, investigators, clinicians, and staff where interdisciplinary collaboration is embraced and great ideas accelerate translation of fundamental scientific discoveries to improve human health locally and around the globe. Composed of more than 2,600 faculty physicians and researchers, nearly 2,000 students, and more than 6,200 staff, the Duke University School of Medicine along with the Duke University School of Nursing, and Duke University Health System comprise Duke Health, a world-class academic medical center. The Health System encompasses Duke University Hospital, Duke Regional Hospital, Duke Raleigh Hospital, Duke Health Integrated Practice, Duke Primary Care, Duke Home Care and Hospice, Duke Health and Wellness, and multiple affiliations.

Occupational Summary 

Perform a variety of technical duties involved in conducting standardized tests, experiments and determinations in support of research-oriented activities at Duke University. 

Fully grant funded: A One Year Appointment with possible renewal 

Work Performed 

• Perform physiological and behavioral tests and post-procedure care in rodents 
• General animal transport, handling, and care 
• General laboratory organization, maintenance, and ordering supplies 
• Dissect and process rodent and human tissue, perform basic histology and biochemical assays 
• Measure mitochondrial respiration and muscle contraction 
• Analyze data, prepare graphs and figures 
• Present results of experiments in group or individual meetings 
• Maintain updated laboratory notebook and research records 

Required Qualifications at this Level 

Education/Training 

Work requires an Associate's degree in botany, biology, zoology, psychology or other science related scientific field. 

Experience 

None required above education/training requirement 

OR AN EQUIVALENT COMBINATION OF RELEVANT EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE 

Skills 

• Basic knowledge of general anatomy, physiology, metabolism, and biochemistry. 
• Follow protocols, SOPs, and maintain documentation of laboratory and administrative procedures in an organized and reproducible manner 
• Willingness and ability to meet deadlines and work in a complex and fast-paced environment 
• Computer skills with MS Office, GraphPad, SigmaPlot 
• Willingness to learn and adapt to the needs of research projects and laboratory 
• Work independently upon receiving training and as a part of a research team 
• Willing to learn new techniques and adapt to the needs of research projects and laboratory 

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The intent of this job description is to provide a representative and level of the types of duties and responsibilities that will be required of positions given this title and shall not be construed as a declaration of the total of the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position. Employees may be directed to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description. 

Duke University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing employment opportunity without regard to an individual's age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or veteran status. 

Duke aspires to create a community built on collaboration, innovation, creativity, and belonging. Our collective success depends on the robust exchange of ideas-an exchange that is best when the rich diversity of our perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences flourishes. To achieve this exchange, it is essential that all members of the community feel secure and welcome, that the contributions of all individuals are respected, and that all voices are heard. All members of our community have a responsibility to uphold these values. 

Essential Physical Job Functions 

Certain jobs at Duke University and Duke University Health System may include essential job functions that require specific physical and/or mental abilities. Additional information and provision for requests for reasonable accommodation will be provided by each hiring department.

Minimum Qualifications

Education

Work requires an Associate's degree in botany, biology, zoology, psychology or other science related scientific field.

Experience

None required above education/training requirement OR AN EQUIVALENT COMBINATION OF RELEVANT EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

Duke is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing employment opportunity without regard to an individual's age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or veteran status.

Duke aspires to create a community built on collaboration, innovation, creativity, and belonging. Our collective success depends on the robust exchange of ideas—an exchange that is best when the rich diversity of our perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences flourishes. To achieve this exchange, it is essential that all members of the community feel secure and welcome, that the contributions of all individuals are respected, and that all voices are heard. All members of our community have a responsibility to uphold these values.

Essential Physical Job Functions: Certain jobs at Duke University and Duke University Health System may include essentialjob functions that require specific physical and/or mental abilities. Additional information and provision for requests for reasonable accommodation will be provided by each hiring department.