Temporary Research Technician C

Job ID: 2012-5265

Campus: Einstein/Resnick - Bronx

Employee Classification: 1199 Union

Department: Cell Biology

Position Type: Full-time Temp greater than three months

ABOUT US:

Albert Einstein College of Medicine of Yeshiva University (Einstein), one of the nation's premier institutions for medical education, basic research and clinical investigation, and proud home to more than 3,000 faculty and staff, 750 medical students and 350 PhD students, including 125 students in the combined MD/PhD programs. As a longstanding national leader in biomedical research, Einstein has 300+ research laboratories and has been awarded more than $199 million in funding from the National Institutes of Health. Einstein offers challenging, exciting, and rewarding careers for highly talented individuals who are dedicated to advancing pioneering educational and research initiatives. We pride ourselves in our humanitarian mission of serving the community and promoting an academic and working culture that is both supportive and collaborative. At Einstein, science is truly at the heart of medicine.

Founded in 1886, Yeshiva University has a strong tradition of combining Jewish scholarship with academic excellence and achievement in the liberal arts, sciences, medicine, law, business, social work, Jewish studies, education and psychology. Since welcoming our first class in 1955, Einstein has been an integral part of Yeshiva University, an institution that offers rewarding and challenging employment opportunities to qualified candidates in a wide range of disciplines.

The University offers an excellent compensation package and a broad range of employee benefit plans. Staff members are typically eligible for four weeks paid vacation each year.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:

We are seeking a Temporary Research Technician C for the The Pluripotent Stem Cell Center. The Pluripotent Stem Cell Center is a core facility that produces, cultures and differentiates pluripotent cells (hESC and iPS cells) for the stem cell community in Einstein. The successful candidate will have a bachelor's degree in biological sciences and experience in human primary cell culture, preferentially pluripotent cells and/or hematopoietic cells. Responsibilities will include daily cell culture and operation of complex equipment such as automated liquid handler and specialized plate evaluating systems. Maintenance of cell cultures and support of various experiments, including molecular biology techniques and general lab chores is also required.

• BA/BS in related science or equivalent skills and experience and a minimum of two years of related experience are required; M.Sc. in related science highly preferred
• Lab experience, cell culture and sterile work experience is required; molecular biology and robotic system experience a strong plus
• Must be able to accurately calculate concentrations and prepare reagents
• Must be able to work alternate weekends and holidays for maintenance of cultures
• Must be willing to work a temporary assignment for a least six months

With your online resume submission, please include the following:

• Cover letter detailing experience with lab equipment and lab techniques and procedures
• Contact information for three individuals familiar with your work to act as references

Yeshiva University is an equal opportunity employer committed to workforce diversity.

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• Telecommuting is ok.
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