As a community, the University of Rochester is defined by a deep commitment to Meliora - Ever Better. Embedded in that ideal are the values we share: equity, leadership, integrity, openness, respect, and accountability. Together, we will set the highest standards for how we treat each other to ensure our community is welcoming to all and is a place where all can thrive. **Job Location (Full Address):** 601 Elmwood Ave, Rochester, New York, United States of America, 14642 **Opening:** Worker Subtype: Regular Time Type: Full time Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40 Department: 210520 Chemistry Col Work Shift: UR - Day (United States of America) Range: UR URG 105 H Compensation Range: $19.96 - $27.94 _The referenced pay range represents the minimum and maximum compensation for this job. Individual annual salaries/hourly rates will be set within the job's compensation range, and will be determined by considering factors including, but not limited to, market data, education, experience, qualifications, expertise of the individual, and internal equity considerations._ **Responsibilities:** Regularly provides routine technical support for research activities and/or laboratory support. Applies full range of experience and previous job knowledge; frequently adapts procedures, techniques, tools, materials, and/or equipment to meet specialized needs. Assists with the design of new experiments, multimedia sampling, maintenance, operation and calibration of scientific monitoring equipment for research projects. Responsible for general data collection and assisting with analysis, recruiting participants, and may support and assist other technicians. Responsibilities GENERAL PURPOSE: We are currently seeking a skilled Lab Technician specializing in Protein Expression, Cell, and Tissue Culture to join our research team. This role involves the maintenance and execution of protein expression, cell, and tissue culture experiments. The ideal candidate will hold a Bachelor's or Master's degree and ideally possess 1-2 years of laboratory experience in molecular and cell biology. This position is integral to providing proteins and live cells to support ongoing research efforts and to mentor students in basic and advanced chemical biology techniques. JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: - Maintaining the cell and tissue culture facility in the lab; Keeping the supply sterilized and the cell lines properly stored - Performing the protein expression and purification - Train graduate and undergraduate students in the lab techniques involving protein expression and cell and tissue culture - Order supply for the cell and tissue culture section of the lab - Involve in experiment of projects in the lab and write protocols for experiments QUALIFICATIONS: - High School diploma or GED w/ lab experience minimum - Bachelor degree preferred - Lab work in a biochemistry, cell or molecular biology lab - 1 to 2-year work with a publication - Protein Expression, Cell and Tissue Culture - Animal experiment experience - Degree in Biochemistry or Biology preferred **EOE Minorities / Females / Protected Veterans / Disabled:** The University of Rochester is committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving a culture of equity, diversity, and inclusion to advance the University’s mission to Learn, Discover, Heal, Create – and Make the World Ever Better. In support of our values and those of our society, the University is committed to not discriminating on the basis of age, color, disability, ethnicity, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, military/veteran status, national origin, race, religion/creed, sex, sexual orientation, citizenship status, or any other status protected by law. This commitment extends to the administration of our policies, admissions, employment, access, and recruitment of candidates from underrepresented populations, veterans, and persons with disabilities consistent with these values and government contractor Affirmative Action obligations. Notice: If you are a **Current** **Employee,** please **log into myURHR** to search for and apply to jobs using the Jobs Hub. Your application, if submitted using this portal, cannot be moved forward. **Learn. Discover. Heal. Create.** Located in western New York, Rochester is our namesake and our home. One of the world’s leading research universities, Rochester has a long tradition of breaking boundaries—always pushing and questioning, learning and unlearning. We transform ideas into enterprises that create value and make the world ever better. If you’re looking for a career in higher education or health care, the University of Rochester may offer the perfect opportunity for your background and goals At the University of Rochester, we commit to diversity, equity, and inclusion and united by a strong commitment to be ever better—Meliora. It is an ideal that informs our shared mission to ensure all members of our community feel safe, respected, included, and valued.