Research Technician, Cell and Development Biology (Lau) Position Available In Davidson, Tennessee

Research Technician, Cell and Development Biology (Lau)
Nashville, TN, United States

JOB DESCRIPTION

Job Description
The Research Technician is part of the Lau Lab in the Department of Cell and Developmental Biology at Vanderbilt University. This position provides key technical support for the lab’s experimental research in gastrointestinal biology and tissue modeling. The primary role is to contribute to both in vivo and in vitro workflows while supporting broader lab goals and priorities. This includes performing molecular biology techniques, staining, microscopy, and in vivo mouse experiments and management. The Research Technician will also receive training in advanced techniques including spatial transcriptomics, organoid culture, and microfabrication for gut-on-a-chip systems. Day-to-day responsibilities include molecular biology (e.g., PCR), mouse colony management, tissue dissection, and supporting hybridization chain reaction fluorescence in situ hybridization (HCR-FISH). The Research Technician plays a crucial role in maintaining lab operations, working closely with multiple lab members, alternating between projects as needed based on priorities and personnel availability.
For experimental tasks, the Research Technician will support molecular biology research focused on single-cell and spatial biology. They will also be responsible for mouse experiments/colony management and other molecular assays, specifically staining and microscopy. Duties and Responsibilities
Molecular biology – DNA extraction and PCR-based Genotyping
Gastrointestinal organoid culture and monolayer workflows (Training in)
Mold creation and microfabrication support (Training in)
Mouse colony management
Mouse handling, genotyping, treatments, ear tagging, tailing

HCR-FISH & IF

– antibody staining
Microscope operation and image acquisition (Training in)
Spatial Transcriptomics (Training in)
Cut and process tissue slides for histological and imaging studies
Mouse dissection and tissue collection
Limited human tissue handling (Paraffinized)
Limited training of lab personnel

Supervisory Relationships:

This position does not have supervisory responsibility, this position reports administratively and functionally to the PI, Ken Lau.
Qualifications
Bachelors in a biology field is strongly preferred.
Molecular biology skill is strongly preferred.
Mouse experience is strongly preferred.
5 years of lab experience is strongly preferred

ABOUT US

At Vanderbilt University , our work – regardless of title or role – is in service to an important and noble mission in which every member of our community serves in advancing knowledge and transforming lives on a daily basis. Located in Nashville, Tennessee, on a 330+ acre campus and arboretum dating back to 1873, Vanderbilt is proud to have been named as one of “America’s Best Large Employers” as well as a top employer in Tennessee and the Nashville metropolitan area by Forbes for several years running. We welcome those who are interested in learning and growing professionally with an employer that strives to create, foster and sustain opportunities as an employer of choice.
We understand you have a choice when choosing where to work and pursue a career. We understand you are unique and have a story. We want to hear it. We encourage you to apply today so that you might become a part of our story.
Vanderbilt University is an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law.

JOB INFO

Job Identification
10006806
Job Category
Research
Posting Date
05/02/2025, 07:11 AM
Locations
Nashville, TN, United States
Job Schedule
Full time