Research Tech IV - Physiology

The Eggers Laboratory in the Department of Physiology is hiring a Research Technician IV to support research in vision science and neuroscience. The selected candidate will work with mouse colonies and assist with laboratory-based research activities.

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Outstanding U of A benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; U of A/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; retirement plans; access to U of A recreation and cultural activities; and more!

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• Serve as the laboratory's technical lead for retinal electrophysiology and confocal imaging systems; maintain performance standards and serve as the primary resource for lab personnel and collaborators on system operation and troubleshooting.
• Independently develop, adapt, and validate immunohistochemistry, imaging, and electrophysiology methods and techniques to meet project objectives.
• Perform highly complex retinal immunohistochemistry, confocal imaging, and electrophysiology experiments; determine the best course of action when results or equipment fall outside expected parameters.
• Coordinate technical work, equipment scheduling, and laboratory resources across multiple concurrent research projects.
• Review and interpret experimental results and technical documentation; recommend changes to experimental procedures, equipment configurations, and methods to improve research outcomes.
• Serve as the point of contact with collaborating laboratories, core facilities, vendors, and research compliance offices on technical, equipment, and compliance matters.
• Communicate experimental progress, problems, and recommended solutions to the PI and laboratory personnel.
• Maintain accurate, detailed records of experiments and results, and enter data into the laboratory database; catalog specimens and samples.
• Assist the PI in preparing data and figures for publications and grant reports.
• Oversee mouse colony breeding to meet experimental timelines; maintain colony records in compliance with approved animal protocols.
• Perform small animal procedures, including minor surgery, injections, and tissue harvesting.
• Evaluate laboratory processes, equipment performance, and workflows; develop and implement improvements to operating standards, safety practices, and technical procedures.
• Act as an informal team lead; coach junior staff and mentor and train student employees in equipment operation and technical procedures.
• Oversee ordering and inventory of laboratory supplies and specialized materials.

This job posting reflects the general nature and level of work expected of the selected candidate(s). It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. The institution reserves the right to amend or update this description as organizational priorities and institutional needs evolve.

• High school diploma or high school diploma equivalency is required.
• Minimum of 7 years of relevant experience, or equivalent combination of education and work experience.

• Bachelor's degree.
• Experience with animal handling/breeding.
• Experience with immunohistochemistry and confocal optical imaging techniques.