**Overview** Hello humankindness (https://hellohumankindness.org/) Located conveniently in the heart of Phoenix, Arizona, (http://phoenix.gov/visitors/index.html) St. Joseph's Hospital and Medical Center is a 571-bed, not-for-profit hospital that provides a wide range of health, social and support services. Founded in 1895 by the Sisters of Mercy, St. Joseph's was the first hospital in the Phoenix area. More than 125 years later, St. Joseph's remains dedicated to its mission of caring for the poor and underserved. We are extremely proud to be a nationally recognized center for quality quaternary care, medical education and research. St. Joseph's includes the internationally renowned Barrow Neurological Institute (https://www.barrowneuro.org/) , Norton Thoracic Institute (https://www.dignityhealth.org/arizona/norton-thoracic-institute) , Cancer Center at St. Joseph's (https://www.dignityhealth.org/arizona/locations/stjosephs/services/university-of-arizona-cancer-center) , Ivy Brain Tumor Center (https://www.ivybraintumorcenter.org/) , and St. Joseph's Level I Trauma Center (https://www.supportstjosephs.org/traumacenter) (which is verified by the American College of Surgeons). The hospital is also a respected center for high-risk obstetrics, neuro-rehabilitation, orthopedics, and other medical services. St. Joseph’s is considered a sought-after destination hospital for treating the most complex cases from throughout the world. Every day, approximately 20 percent of the hospital’s patients have traveled from outside of Arizona and the United States to seek treatment at St. Joseph’s. _U.S News & World Report_ routinely ranks St. Joseph's among the top hospitals in the United States for neurology and neurosurgery. In addition, St. Joseph's boasts the Creighton University School of Medicine at St. Joseph's, and a strategic alliance with Phoenix Children's Hospital. St. Joseph's is consistently named an outstanding place to work and one of Arizona's healthiest employers. Come grow your career with one of Arizona's Most Admired Companies (http://www.bestcompaniesaz.com/) . Look for us on Facebook (http://www.facebook.com/DignityHealthStJosephsHospitalMedicalCenter) and follow us on Twitter (https://twitter.com/DignityHealthAZ) . _For the health of our community ... we are proud_ _to be_ _a tobacco-free campus._ **Responsibilities** The Cerebrovascular Research Laboratory in the Department of Neurosurgery at the Barrow Neurological Institute is seeking a full-time research technician. This NIH-funded basic and translational research laboratory directed by Dr. Andrew Ducruet MD and Saif Ahmad PhD focuses on immune and inflammatory mechanisms of injury in stroke and Vascular cognitive impairment. The applicant will be expected to function independently with minimal supervision. The responsibilities of this position include performing molecular biochemical and preclinical research laboratory analyses using established protocols or protocols described in the literature adapted as necessary to the needs of the current research setting. Duties include preparation of solutions such as buffers and media preparation and maintenance of cell culture. Assistance with handling pre-clinical models behavioral testing genotyping and survival surgery as well as post-mortem histological processing and microscopic analysis. Applicants must be familiar with basic laboratory concepts including calculating concentrations and preparing solutions aseptic technique. Proficiency in basic computer mathematical scientific reasoning and oral and written communication skills as appropriate is required. The Barrow Neurological Institute is a translationally-oriented basic science research facility located in Phoenix Arizona and located adjacent to a large tertiary care hospital. It is in an urban center of academic biotechnology and pharmaceutical research neighboring Arizona State University and the University of Arizona School Of Medicine and immediately adjacent to the Creighton University School of medicine. Please send inquiries and CV including references to Dr. Andrew Ducruet at andrew.ducruet@barrowbrainandspine.com. Qualifications: B.S in biomedical sciences preferably with a background in molecular and cell biology as well as immunology. Must have the ability to conceive new/innovative ideas or solutions using good logical and scientific problem-solving skills. Must be able to clearly communicate results in oral and written form acceptable to senior research staff. **Qualifications** Experience in a research laboratory or equivalent is required. Experience as an intern or student research technician is preferred. Education Bachelor's Degree Undergraduate (BA/BS) Background in science field. Special Skills Must have excellent math skills and fundamental knowledge and background in the biological sciences. **Pay Range** $17.12 - $23.54 /hour We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.