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Research Technician I

Research Technician I
Position Information
Position Title: Research Technician I
Department: Structural Biology Department
Posting Link: https://www.ubjobs.buffalo.edu/postings/63393
Job Type: Full-Time
Posting Detail Information
Position Summary
The Paz Lab seeks a Research Technician. The successful candidate will join our team studying medically relevant transport proteins.
We are looking for a motivated applicant who focuses on the smallest details while still keeps the big picture in mind. The technician will be performing experiments related to membrane protein such as bacterial and cell culture, protein purification, biochemical characterization, as well as support general lab operation.
Duties include:
Duties include:
- Conduct experimental research on medically relevant membrane transport proteins
- Prepare and maintain bacterial cultures for protein expression
- Maintain detailed and accurate laboratory records
- Ensure compliance with laboratory safety protocols and proper handling of biological materials.
- Collaborate with team members while maintaining attention to detail and contributing to overall research goals.
Outstanding Benefits Package
Working at UB comes with benefits that exceed salary alone. There are personal rewards including comprehensive health and retirement plan options. We also focus on creating and sustaining a healthy mix of work, personal and academic pursuit - all in an effort to support your work-life effectiveness. We support your growth and development through our career coaching and training department and we qualify as a public service loan forgiveness organization. Learn more about our benefit packages.
About The University at Buffalo
The University at Buffalo (UB) #ubuffalo is one of Americas leading public research universities and a flagship of the State University of New York system, recognized for our excellence and our impact. UB is a premier, research-intensive public university dedicated to academic excellence. Our research, creative activity and people positively impact the world. Like the city we call home, UB is distinguished by a culture of resilient optimism, resourceful thinking and pragmatic dreaming that enables us to reach others every day. Visit our website to learn more about the University at Buffalo.
The University at Buffalo (UB) #ubuffalo is one of Americas leading public research universities and a flagship of the State University of New York system, recognized for our excellence and our impact. UB is a premier, research-intensive public university dedicated to academic excellence. Our research, creative activity and people positively impact the world. Like the city we call home, UB is distinguished by a culture of resilient optimism, resourceful thinking and pragmatic dreaming that enables us to reach others every day. Visit our website to learn more about the University at Buffalo.
As an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer, the Research Foundation will not discriminate in its employment practices due to an applicants race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin and veteran or disability status.
Minimum Qualifications
- The candidate must hold a college degree in biochemistry or a related discipline.
- At least 1-year of lab experience.
Preferred Qualifications
- Preferred: Experience with cell culture.
Physical Demands
Salary Range
$34,000 - $44,000
Special Instructions Summary
Is a background check required for this posting?
No
Contact Information
Contact's Name: Saima Kamal
Contact's Pronouns:
Contact's Title: Personnel Transaction Specialist
Contact's Email: saimakam@buffalo.edu
Contact's Phone: 716-645-0547
Posting Dates
Posted: 07/13/2026
Deadline for Applicants: Open Until Filled
Date to be filled:
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