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This position is in the Cytometry Core of the Interdisciplinary Center for Biotechnology Research (ICBR) at the University of Florida. The ICBR Cytometry Core Research Facility Laboratory Technician III will provide expertise and guidance to UF researchers on the effective application of flow cytometry, small particle analysis and confocal microscopy. Duties include operation of various flow cytometers (BD Fortessa, BD Symphony A3, and BD Accuri C6), cell sorters (Sony SH800, FACS ARIA II, Symphony S6) and nanoparticle analyzers. Key responsibilities include user instrument training, coordinating sample delivery and processing, providing consultation to core facility users, developing and maintaining operational policies and procedures, writing SOPs, and assisting with customer questions. Individual must be able to function with minimal supervision in a team environment, be reliable and punctual, and have attention to detail. Commitment to providing excellent customer service a must. Proficiency in MS Office and excellent oral and written communication skills required.
– Serve as expert in flow cytometry, small particle analysis and confocal; Provide support to ICBR customers in proper use of instrumentation, optimal experimental design and selection of best protocols to accomplish experimental aims; Troubleshoot and resolve problems for self-use customers; Provide education, training and consultation to core facility users/customers on flow cytometry, small particle analysis and confocal microscopy instrument platforms; Assist with the preparation and updating SOPs.
– Ensure optimal instrument performance via conducting periodic preventive maintenance; Perform daily instrument calibrations and monitor daily QC parameters according to established SOPs; Schedule instrument maintenance when appropriate; Assist Core Scientific Director with the design of new training programs on instruments; Participant in user training sessions and flow courses.
– Assist the core director with billing process; Utilize expert working knowledge of iLAB instrument scheduling to maintain up to date user reservation queue.
– Ensure compliance with EHS and other institutional and government regulations. Adhere to UF EHS compliance guidelines. Monitor and maintain laboratory supply inventory. Clean/Autoclave glassware, supplies, and biohazardous waste…
– NextGen libraries preparation (RNAs-seq, Covid-seq, 16s, metagenomics, DNA-seq libraries etc) manually or by liquid handling system.
– Perform RNA/DNA quality/quantity assessment using Nanodrop, Bioanalyzer, and Qubit formats; library quantification by qPCR.
– Validate new methods and new technologies; provide critical evaluation and input on protocol improvement.
– Customer interaction, project management, troubleshooting: training of coworkers. Supervision of all laboratory staff as needed during absence of Scientific Director.
– Single cell genomic analysis-related services.
– Process samples for analysis on the GeneTitan Axiom Array system.
– Manage lab supplies inventory and additional duties as required…
This position is in the NextGen DNA Sequencing Core of the Interdisciplinary Center for Biotechnology Research at the University of Florida, a highly functioning, team-oriented shared resource that provides NGS support for investigators across campus. The NextGen DNA Sequencing Lab OPS Technician will work under the supervision of the NGS lab manager to perform general lab procedures and duties including maintenance tasks associated with the organization and upkeep of the NGS lab, reagent and supply inventory, sample receipt and storage, QC of samples submitted for sequencing and proper documentation of lab work. This position is for a full time Lab technician.
-Performs QC of samples submitted to the NGS lab. This includes assessing the quantity and quality of materials as a way to determine suitability for Nextgen DNA sequencing procedures. Properly tracks samples and documents laboratory work.
-Performs maintenance tasks associated with the upkeep of the NGS lab such as the proper disposal of biohazard trash, receiving and storage of samples.
-Monitors supply of reagents and consumables and regularly updates inventories.
-Assists with the administrative duties necessary for proper handling of receipts and orders.
-Other duties as assigned…
This position is in the NextGen DNA Sequencing Core of the Interdisciplinary Center for Biotechnology Research at the University of Florida. The person holding this position will work under the supervision of the NGS lab manager to perform general lab procedures and duties including maintenance tasks associated with the organization and upkeep of the NGS lab, reagent and supply inventory, sample receipt and storage, QC of samples submitted for sequencing and proper documentation of lab work. This position is a part-time position for 20 hours per week.
Performs QC of samples submitted to the NGS lab. This includes assessing the quantity and quality of materials as a way to determine suitability for Nextgen DNA sequencing procedures. Properly tracks samples and documents laboratory work.
Performs maintenance tasks associated with the upkeep of the NGS lab such as the proper disposal of biohazard trash, receiving and storage of samples.
Monitors supply of reagents and consumables and regularly updates inventories.
Assists with the administrative duties necessary for proper handling of receipts and orders.
This position is in the Cytometry Core of the Interdisciplinary Center for Biotechnology Research (ICBR) at the University of Florida. The ICBR Cytometry Core Research Facility Laboratory Technician III will provide expertise and guidance to UF researchers on the effective application of flow cytometry, small particle analysis and confocal microscopy. Duties include operation of various flow cytometers (BD Fortessa, BD Symphony A3, and BD Accuri C6), cell sorters (Sony SH800, FACS ARIA II, Symphony S6) and nanoparticle analyzers. Key responsibilities include user instrument training, coordinating sample delivery and processing, providing consultation to core facility users, developing and maintaining operational policies and procedures, writing SOPs, and assisting with customer questions. Individual must be able to function with minimal supervision in a team environment, be reliable and punctual, and have attention to detail. Commitment to providing excellent customer service a must. Proficiency in MS Office and excellent oral and written communication skills required.
– Serve as expert in flow cytometry, small particle analysis and confocal; Provide support to ICBR customers in proper use of instrumentation, optimal experimental design and selection of best protocols to accomplish experimental aims; Troubleshoot and resolve problems for self-use customers; Provide education, training and consultation to core facility users/customers on flow cytometry, small particle analysis and confocal microscopy instrument platforms; Assist with the preparation and updating SOPs.
– Ensure optimal instrument performance via conducting periodic preventive maintenance; Perform daily instrument calibrations and monitor daily QC parameters according to established SOPs; Schedule instrument maintenance when appropriate; Assist Core Scientific Director with the design of new training programs on instruments; Participant in user training sessions and flow courses.
– Assist the core director with billing process; Utilize expert working knowledge of iLAB instrument scheduling to maintain up to date user reservation queue.
– Ensure compliance with EHS and other institutional and government regulations. Adhere to UF EHS compliance guidelines. Monitor and maintain laboratory supply inventory. Clean/Autoclave glassware, supplies, and biohazardous waste…
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ICBR-ContactUs@ad.ufl.edu
Phone: (352) 273-8030
Fax: (352) 273-8070
8:00am-5:00pm
Monday – Friday