Research Technologist II Ophthalmology

JOB REQUIREMENTS: Summary Under general supervision, the candidate will design and execute experiments for sponsored research, including data collection, analysis, and interpretation. They will join Dr. Chaurasia's multidisciplinary research team, focusing on translational studies of ocular diseases and the development of therapeutics for angiogenesis and cancer. The ideal candidate should have practical experience in translational research, working with team members using small- and large-animal models and employing molecular biology and biochemical techniques. Experience in mammalian cell culture, RNA and protein analysis, along with a strong understanding of ocular biology, will be beneficial. The candidate should work well independently and collaboratively, maintain detailed experimental records, analyze data, and assist in preparing manuscripts. Primary Functions Carry out routine and complex experiments. Care and maintain a rodent colony by managing husbandry, breeding, genotyping, and promptly conducting ocular imaging, surgery, and functional tests. Work with the team members to evaluate pig and rabbit models of ocular diseases. Assist team members and the PI in maintaining mammalian cell cultures using various culturing techniques. Perform tissue histopathology, fluorescence imaging, and routine cell and molecular biology techniques in the lab. Evaluate drugs or small molecules/nanoparticles in vitro and in vivo models. Perform immune cell profiling using flow cytometry. Assist in development and implementation of research protocols. Record and compile accurate records and communicate summaries of experimental results. Participate in training new lab personnel, including high school and undergraduate students, graduate students, medical students, and postdoctoral fellows. Oversee daily lab operations and keep experimental and research records under the PI's supervision. Manage inventory and order lab supplies; perform assigned tasks related to ordering and maintaining the supply inventory. Participate in meetings with the PI and research staff and evaluate/interpret the validity of data as needed. Operate, calibrate, and perform routine maintenance on specialized equipment used in research. Other duties as assigned. Knowledge - Skills - Abilities Knowledge of biology, chemistry, mathematics, documentation, and records management. Data utilization, complex problem solving, critical thinking, resource management, and writing skills. Previous work with animals and translational research will be a plus. Qualifications Appropriate experience may be substituted for education an on... For full info follow application link. EEO/AA Minorities/Females/Vets/Disability The Medical College of Wisconsin is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability or sexual orientation. ***** APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Apply Online: ipc.us/t/8626BA080EE34276 Qualified females, minorities, and special disabled veterans and other veterans are encouraged to apply.