Research Technologist - Medical Sciences - Women's Health and Exercise Lab

About the position

The Women's Health and Exercise Laboratory (WHEL), within the Department of Kinesiology, seeks a qualified individual for the position of Research Technologist - Medical Sciences. The research in the WHEL explores the physiological underpinnings linking human metabolism, reproductive function, and bone physiology in the context of stressors such as exercise and caloric restriction. We are also working to understand the effects of whole foods on reducing bone loss in peri and postmenopausal women. Our work involves both female and male human research participants. The candidate will work under the direction of Professors Mary Jane De Souza and Nancy Williams, who Co-Direct the lab.

Responsibilities

• Performing enzyme immunoassays (ELISAs), radioimmunoassays, and chemiluminescent assays using automated and benchtop methodologies; performing other biochemical determinations; troubleshooting and modifying existing assay procedures; maintaining quality control.
• Process and organize storage for human biological samples, including urine, blood, saliva, fecal, and hair samples; perform semen analyses; and monitor temperature control systems.
• Maintain environmental health and safety records and compliance for all laboratory areas; assist laboratory trainees with required training and certifications; complete EHS reporting and chemical (CHIMS) inventory; manage IRB and IBC applications; assure compliance with all regulatory agencies, including EHS, NIH, and DEA.
• Manage, order, and inventory laboratory supplies; complete necessary paperwork; work with departmental administrative staff to resolve all purchases and orders; follow up with individual companies as necessary.
• Enter, manage, and analyze data, maintain quality checks; prepare graphs for, and assist with publications, presentations, grants and reports to sponsors.
• Supervise undergraduate and graduate students regarding laboratory tasks, research experiments, and project development; train students working in and/or with the research laboratory; ensure good laboratory technique and lab book maintenance for all lab personnel.
• Interact with outside vendors' scientific colleagues and technical support.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree (Master's Degree preferred) or higher, plus one year of relevant work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Interpersonal skills and excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Leadership skills and the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Experience with Microsoft Office applications, i.e., Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams, etc.
• Statistical software experience, e.g., SPSS.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience performing human clinical research is preferred.
• Clinical research techniques (phlebotomy, bone density testing, etc.) would be considered advantageous to this position.
• Wet lab experience.
• Comfortable working with a wide range of human biological samples.