Research Technician II - Infectious Diseases

This position will support the Leung Lab with the technical aspects of studies and experiments in characterizing the molecular mechanisms regulating host-viral interactions that contribute to immune evasion, replication, and spread leading to infection.

Requirements

• Assists with research studies, experiments and assays, including collection of data, preparation of solutions and setup and maintenance of equipment.
• Performs data entry and maintains data files on research.
• Prepares tissue cultures, reagents, probe tests, etc.
• Complies with established safety procedures and maintains required documentation on laboratory and specimen conditions.
• Ensures lab conditions and equipment are properly cleaned and maintained in accordance with established procedures.
• Assists with general lab maintenance and cleaning.

Benefits

• Up to 22 days of vacation
• 10 recognized holidays
• Sick time
• Competitive health insurance packages
• Free Metro transit U-Pass
• Defined contribution (403(b)) Retirement Savings Plan
• Wellness challenges
• Annual health screenings
• Mental health resources
• Mindfulness programs and courses
• Employee assistance program (EAP)
• Financial resources
• Access to dietitians