Shiv Nadar University jobs for Technical Officer in Lucknow. Last Date to apply: 07 Jun 2022
Job Description
Applications are invited for the position of Technical Officer
Technical Officer - Animal Research Facility Under The Centre For Integrative And Translational Research (CITRes)
Technical Officer - Animal Research Facility Under The Centre For Integrative And Translational Research (CITRes)
Job Description
The University invites applications from highly motivated bright candidates with interests and skills in laboratory management for working on the position of a Technical Officer to work in the Centre for Integrative and Translational Research (CITRes). This center will include a state-of-the-art facility for research using multiple animal models.
Purpose of the Position
Technical Officer is responsible for generating genetically engineered mouse models. Core duties include mouse colony management, superovulation, preimplantation embryo collection, cryopreservation, rederivation, IVF, CRISPR procedures, plasmid DNA, ES cell microinjections, ES cell culture, and associated experimental work.
The incumbent is also responsible for database management and maintaining an inventory of materials and equipment to ensure adequate supplies for experimental needs.
Key Responsibilities
Production of transgenic and knock out mouse and rat models
Transgenic breeding colony management, superovulation, mating/breeding, checking plugs, embryo collection, and culture, sperm collection, IVF, embryo, and sperm cryopreservation.
Mouse ES cell culture, CRISPR-Cas procedures, DNA and ES cell microinjections, electroporation
Research Support, Design, and Execution
Modify or adapt standard procedures to meet the needs of specific research projects.
Study and analyze available literature to provide tools and recommendations to reach desired experimental conditions.
Ensure quality and integrity of all data collected.
Experience
A minimum of 2 years of laboratory experience in transgenic and genetically modified rodent model production including experience with:
Mouse and rat colony management; mammalian genetics, reproductive biology, and embryology
Superovulation, Preimplantation embryo collection, Embryo transfers (oviduct and uterine)
Embryo and sperm cryopreservation, IVF
Tail biopsies
Experience with CRISPR-based editing, DNA, ES cell, and lentiviral microinjection. Knowledge of mouse genetics and molecular biology techniques including PCR, Southern blotting, and genotyping.
Knowledge of mammalian anatomy, tissue dissection, and collection
Experienced in successfully interacting with a variety of people, including academics, staff, and members of the community from diverse cultures and backgrounds.
No. of Positions: 1
No. of Positions: 1
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in life sciences or related areas with 4-5 years of relevant experience OR Master’s degree in Biotechnology, Molecular Biology, Cell Biology, Genetics, or related areas with 2-3 years of experience. Candidates with lesser experience but with all necessary skills, if selected, will be hired at Senior Lab Technician grade with the possibility for promotion to the Technical Officer Level after attaining the required experience.
Skills and Abilities
Demonstrated ability to conduct experimental procedures under supervision. This includes the ability to (a) develop, maintain, execute, and complete research projects of varying size and scope; (b) critically read, understand, and extract information from published medical, chemical, and biological literature to prepare background information for scientific abstracts, manuscripts, lectures, and grant proposals; (c) perform basic data and statistical analysis
Ability to independently design experiments and troubleshoot protocols.
Demonstrated ability to creatively and analytically resolve problems, make recommendations, and implement new procedures when appropriate.
Demonstrated ability to independently achieve goals, prioritize a plan for implementation, organize materials and ensure quality products within established deadlines.
Demonstrated ability to train students and other technicians.
Excellent oral and written communication skills utilizing sound judgment, tact, diplomacy, political astuteness, and a recognition of situations requiring confidentiality.
Strong interpersonal skills. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships; interact with all levels of management and employees. Ability to communicate and act as a liaison with a diverse group of researchers.
Knowledge of standard laboratory management and safety procedures.
Job Particulars
Education BSc
Who can apply Experienced (3+ Years)
Hiring Process Written-test, Face to Face Interview
Employment TypeFull Time
Job Id1487914
Job Category Govt Jobs , BSc/BCA/BBM , 1 to 3 Yr Exp , Tech Support
Locality Address
State Uttar Pradesh
Country India
About Company
Shiv Nadar University is a multi-disciplinary, student-centric, research-focused university offering a full range of academic programs at the undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral levels. SNU's multi-disciplinary curriculum provides students a strong foundation in disciplines in the humanities and social sciences, natural sciences, technology, engineering studies, communications, and management while enabling them to gain mastery of a subject of their choosing.
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