Research Technician II - Nicosia Lab

Join the Cleveland Clinic Florida Research and Innovation Center (FRIC) to gain hands-on research experience with the latest, evidence-based and advanced technologies. Here, you will utilize your interest in transforming the healthcare field by investigating lymphomas, infectious diseases, insect-transmitted viruses and more. Come build a rewarding career at one of the top ranked hospital organizations in the world.

The Nicosia Lab is dedicated to advancing transplant research by studying how the immune system can be selectively regulated to protect transplanted organs without broadly suppressing immunity. By investigating natural inhibitory immune pathways that act as "brakes" on immune responses, the lab aims to develop innovative strategies to prevent organ rejection while reducing the long-term risks of infection and cancer for transplant recipients. As a Research Technician on our team, you will perform laboratory techniques and procedures required for assigned experimental studies, assist with establishing and scheduling analyses, conduct tests using a range of laboratory equipment and instrumentation, and assemble experimental results for review by research staff.

Read more about the Nicosia Lab: https://www.lerner.ccf.org/florida/nicosia/

A caregiver in this position works days from 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. (flexible start/end time)

A caregiver who excels in this role will:

• Perform laboratory techniques procedures required for experimental studies.
• Perform technical lab duties as delegated by the Research Staff Supervisor related to the assigned project.
• Schedule and perform the various analyses needed to complete the project.
• Assist with establishing and scheduling of various procedures and analysis.
• Prepare reagents and purify chemicals using chromatography, distillation, etc.
• Identify, separate and quantify various substances.
• Conduct tests and procedures utilizing various laboratory equipment and instrumentation.
• Accumulate data from analyses, prepare charts, graphs, statistical tables for presentation to Research Staff Supervisor for final analysis and preparation for publication, grant proposals and applications for research funds.
• Potentially order laboratory supplies and equipment.

Minimum qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:

• Bachelor's Degree in a biological science major or a related field of study
• A minimal amount of applicable experience may be considered to offset up to one year of the college degree requirements
• Knowledge of basic laboratory procedures, techniques, methods and analysis sufficient to perform a variety of research protocols
• Basic knowledge of quantitative and statistical methods
• After selection and placement into this position, up to six months of on-the-job training required to become familiar with laboratory techniques, procedures and research protocols

Preferred qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:

• Prior research experience in a lab

Physical Requirements

• Ability to perform work in a stationary position for extended periods
• Ability to operate a computer and other office equipment
• Ability to communicate and exchange accurate information
• Ability to distinguish color
• Manual dexterity to handle specimens and repair equipment
• Ability to lift and transport equipment or specimens weighing up to 20 pounds
• May be exposed to hazardous chemicals, bio-hazards, radioactive materials, etc.

Personal Protective Equipment

• Follows standard precautions using personal protective equipment as required

Pay Range

Minimum hourly: $18.88

Maximum hourly: $28.80

The pay range displayed on this job posting reflects the anticipated range for new hires. A successful candidate’s actual compensation will be determined after taking factors into consideration such as the candidate’s work history, experience, skill set and education. The pay range displayed does not include any applicable pay practices (e.g., shift differentials, overtime, etc.). The pay range does not include the value of Cleveland Clinic’s benefits package (e.g., healthcare, dental and vision benefits, retirement savings account contributions, etc.).