Research Technician 3

The Research Senior Technician will assist and support scientific investigations to study Parkinsons disease lysosomal risk factors (TMEM175, ATP13A2 and TRPML1) on lysosomal membrane dynamics and mitochondrial health, as directed by the Department of Bonet-Ponce laboratory (Neurology). The role involves independently conducting assigned experiments and performing a variety of molecular, cellular, and biological research techniques, including PCR reactions, gel electrophoresis, assays, cell cultures, and Northern and Western analyses. Responsibilities also include sorting and processing tissue and blood samples, testing and evaluating current procedures, and performing routine procedures on laboratory animals. The technician will record, consolidate, and assist with the analysis of research results, evaluate the validity of data obtained from experimental procedures, and summarize findings for inclusion in grant proposals and manuscripts. Additional duties include preparing research progress reports, assisting the principal investigator with publications, manuscripts, articles, posters, and abstracts, and conducting library research through current literature. The position also oversees and maintains accurate records of laboratory activities, assists with training junior research staff and undergraduate/graduate students in research methods and equipment operation, sets up and operates laboratory equipment, and monitors research supplies, specimens, and inventory, initiating procurement requests as needed.