Medical Research Tech III

Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center
United States, Texas, Lubbock
3601 4th Street (Show on map)
Apr 15, 2025
Medical Research Tech III Lubbock 40801BR Position Description Employees in this classification provide support in an assigned research laboratory conducting specified phases of research projects. Performs work independently and is responsible for developing new procedures and techniques to be utilized in the laboratory and in experiments, and new applications for standard procedures and techniques. Work is performed under usual laboratory conditions. Some hazards may be present due to use of radioactive, carcinogenic or other potentially harmful substances. Responsibilities also include ensuring overall cleanliness of the laboratory and laboratory equipment, and ordering and maintaining an adequate stock of necessary supplies. May instruct or direct work of subordinate laboratory personnel. Major/Essential Functions Testing the central hypothesis that Ubiquitin C-terminal Hydrolase L1 (UCHL1) is a driver of vascular and neurobehavioral function through mechanisms of glycosaminoglycan sulfation and accumulation associated with repetitive mild traumatic brain injury. (funded NIH K22 aims). Oversight and coordination of the UCHL1 mouse colony; coordination of breeding, genotyping, specimen labeling, and keeping other lab members abreast of mouse availability and helping to plan experiments. Serving as a user for liquid chromatography mass spectrometry, cryostat and confocal microscopy equipment. Laboratory administration (Following standard operating procedures, lab safety, protocol creation/maintenance, orderliness and reporting); provide logistical support for graduate student scientists and other lab personnel Required Qualifications Bachelor's degree in one of the sciences, or equivalent combination (four (4) years) of job-related experience and college education. Experience may be substituted for college education on a year for year basis. To apply, please visit: https://sjobs.brassring.com/TGnewUI/Search/home/HomeWithPreLoad?partnerid=25898&siteid=5283&PageType=JobDetails&jobid=888452 All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to sex, race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information. The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act is a federal statute requiring colleges and universities participating in federal financial aid programs to maintain and disclose campus crime statistics and security information. By October 1 of each year, institutions must publish and distribute their Annual Campus Security Policy & Crime Statistics Report (ASR) to current and prospective students and employees. You can locate this report through our website at: https://www.ttuhsc.edu/emergency/clery-report.aspx. jeid-16f75beb44004043b92019862a1af093