Plans and performs experiments, utilizing complex procedures or techniques; troubleshoots problems; analyses and interprets experiment results; presents research results at laboratory meetings.
· Performs cell culture experiments.
· Performs molecular techniques such as PCR and real-time PCR, western blotting, immunoblotting, ELISA, cloning, isolation and characterization of DNA and RNA, gel electrophoresis, genotyping, etc.
· Maintains animals for in vivo experiments; and performs injections and animal surgery.
· Visualizes and analyzes cells using regular microscopy and confocal microscopy.
· Assists with purchasing supplies and minor equipment, inventory of lab supplies and maintaining lab equipment for research projects.
· Ensures established laboratory safety rules and procedures are followed.
· Carries out any other necessary experiments and related duties as required in keeping with the qualifications and requirements of positions in this classification.