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The Technician C will be responsible for conducting studies in murine models of single and dual infection and related molecular biology techniques, including PCR, NFkB, assays, and quantification of cytokines and chemokines by multiplex Luminex assays. The applicant should have experience working with small animals, and experience with molecular techniques such as RT-PCR, immunohistochemistry, flow cytometry, protein columns, and ELISA and Western blot assays.Seeking candidates with extensive animal work experience in rodents. Ideally someone with expertise obtaining blood samples from live mice, breeding knockout strains, working with infectious models, isolating tissue, RNA, DNA and PCR. Candidates with experience working with rabbits and/or guinea pigs are strongly encouraged to apply.The person will:Perform a moderate number of simple or moderate technical procedures;Require only infrequent guidance;Frequently be responsible for ordering supplies; Occasionally be responsible for requesting quotes and information for purchasing equipment for the laboratory;Occasionally modify technical procedures;Occasionally train or guide other lab members;May occasionally operate, maintain and troubleshoot complex, high tech equipment;*May modify experimental protocols; Occasionally analyze and interpret data; May occasionally make written contributions to papers and grant proposals;*An understanding of moderately complex scientific literature and moderate understanding of research goals and rationale is required. *May not be applicable.Experience and Educational Background Required to have at least a Bachelor's Degree in a related science or equivalent skills or experience, and two to four and one half years of related experience.Experience with tissue culture, virology, molecular biological techniques, and small animal work preferredMaster’s degree in the biological sciences and/or additional laboratory experience is preferredWorking knowledge of basic laboratory procedures and safety measures is requiredGood communication skills and the ability to work as part of a team are essentialSignificant cell culture and signaling pathway expertise is highly desirable. Experience with developing monoclonal antibodies, tissue culture, molecular biological techniques, animal work murine models in HIV & HSV, bacterial viral growth and running ELISAs and Luminex assays preferred.Candidates with experience working with rabbits and/or guinea pigs are strongly encouraged to apply.Proven ability to manage competing priorities and workloads across multiple projectsIn compliance with NYC's Pay Transparency Act, the hourly rates for this are listed below. This rate is based on the 1199 bargaining unit contract.31.0231.5532.53USD $31.02/Hr.