Mission

The mission of UF | ICBR is to champion and enable scientific discovery and innovation throughout the University of Florida research community by providing access to world-class biotechnology expertise and instrumentation.

UF | ICBR is committed to creating a welcoming and creative environment. We embrace hard work, merit, and equality, and recognize that a wide breadth of perspectives in our team enriches our environment and enables insights that enhance discovery and innovation. We understand the profound importance of a welcoming and empowering workplace environment, where every individual is heard and valued for their unique perspective and contribution. We are a team that is strengthened by our commitment to treat everyone with respect, consideration, and professionalism. We embrace these convictions and will work to uphold them within our facility and in our communities.

CURRENT OPENINGS

Core Research Facility Technician III

– 50%: Perform single cell RNASeq using the 10X Genomics Chromium platform; process FFPE samples using the CytoAssist for slide-based Visium spatial analysis. Provide customer support for sample preparation.

Reviews literature as directed for the purposes of furthering understanding of the core technologies.

– 20%: Prepare cDNA libraries for bulk RNA-seq; assist with DNA library sample pooling and submit pooled samples to ICBR NGS Shared Resource.

– 10%: Nucleic acid analysis using Nanodrop and Qubit assay, and Bioanalyzer/TapeStation. Present and help interpret results to customers.

– 10%: Perform ddPCR using the Qiagen Qiacuity platform and collect and analyze data. Assist users with operation of QiaCube nucleic acid extraction robot. Develop preventative maintenance schedules and procedures. Troubleshoot equipment failures and arrange for or help with repairs.

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