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Position Summary:
We have an exciting opportunity to join our team as a Sr Research Technician.
The NYU Experimental Pathology Research Laboratory is a fee for service laboratory operated by the NYU Langone Health NYULH as a state of the art shared resource for biomedical researchers. The Experimental Pathology staff members develop and provide their knowledge and expertise to the research community at NYULH in a broad variety of histology and imaging based research methods. They work closely with investigators to define optimal experimental design and troubleshooting. The individual will work as part of a team in the production of tissue and histological specimens in the most optimal fashion ensuring the highest possible quality. The position encompasses a variety of duties including histochemical staining maintaining reagents and assisting with tissue processing and sectioning of animal specimens used for biomedical research The individual will assist senior and supervisory staff members in all advanced procedures.
Job Responsibilities:
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Demonstrates knowledge of the organizations core values and incorporates them into the performance of duties
- Initiates interprets organizes executes and coordinates assignments critical to the Experimental Pathology Research Laboratory research mission
- Performs the majority of histochemical staining standard hematoxylin and eosin staining as well as a variety of special histochemical stains and assists the Laboratory Manager and senior staff in the development of new protocols to improve quality workflow and cost effectiveness
- Assists with accessioning and tracking tissue specimens submitted to the Core nbsp;
- Assists in specimen processing embedding and QC of both frozen and paraffin embedded samples
- Maintains relevant equipment e g automated tissue processor and stainers and reagents
- Works with senior staff to monitor chemical storage and waste as well as facilitate appropriate chemical disposal
- Trains other staff and researchers in areas of personal expertise
- Seeks guidance as necessary for the performance of duties
- Questions when in doubt and utilize reference sources/materials to ensure accuracy
- Advises appropriate personnel of situations/problems requiring intervention or follow up attention
- Cooperates communicates and relates well to all levels of Medical Center Staff
- Listens carefully to others in order to respond appropriately answer questions or obtain needed information
- Communicates ideas problems suggestions and messages in a timely and effective manner
- Maintains and updates technical knowledge
- Participates and performs other related duties as required
Minimum Qualifications:
To qualify you must have a Bachelor s of Science Degree in Life Sciences or a related field with three years of experience. Specialization in three or more laboratory procedures is required .A solid foundation in basic lab protocols as well as significant experience in areas such as procedures is essential and required. Possess the knowledge and experience in specific areas such as Biochemistry Histology Molecular Biology Immunology etc In lieu of education at least 10 years of related experience in a lab setting. A solid foundation in basic lab protocols as well as significant experience in areas such as procedures is essential and required. Possess the knowledge and experience in specific areas such as Biochemistry Histology Molecular Biology Immunology etc
Preferred Qualifications:
- Prior experience with cryo and/or paraffin tissue sectioning
- Prior experience performing histochemical and/or immunohistochemical staining
- Familiarity with basic imaging modalities including brightfield and fluorescence microscopes and scanners
Qualified candidates must be able to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization.
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NYU Grossman School of Medicine is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer committed to diversity and inclusion in all aspects of recruiting and employment. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration without regard to race, color, gender, gender identity or expression, sex, sexual orientation, transgender status, gender dysphoria, national origin, age, religion, disability, military and veteran status, marital or parental status, citizenship status, genetic information or any other factor which cannot lawfully be used as a basis for an employment decision. We require applications to be completed online.
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