Requisition ID:

2026-13182

Position Type:

Full-Time Schedule Shift:

Days Hours Per Week:

38

Travel:

None Category:

Research FLSA Status Non-Exempt Overview The Research Technician will be under the direct supervision of Dr. Lorico to generate data on cytomegalovirus and EGF receptor in cancer. Located in Henderson, Nevada, approximately twenty-five minutes from the iconic Las Vegas strip, Touro University Nevada is a non-profit medical, health sciences, and education graduate university focused on positively impacting our community in healthcare and education. Our values surrounding intellectual pursuit and service to humanity are steadfast and are clearly visible in the actions of our students, faculty, staff, and graduates. We invite you to apply to our position for consideration to join the ranks of our talented and professional staff and faculty. Please visit the tun.touro.edu/administration/human-resources website where you can see a comprehensive listing of optional benefits and Human Resources contact information. Responsibilities

BROAD RESPONSIBILITIES

Assist Dr. Lorico's team in the technical aspects of the performance of research projects. Maintain, monitor, and oversee any special research equipment associated with these projects, help in finding and ordering reagents and supplies. Maintain written documentation of the progress of the tasks assigned Maintain supplies necessary for performance of all projects involved.

SPECIFIC TASK RESPONSIBILITIES

Maintain Research Laboratory equipment and supplies for the projects assigned. Be prepared to operate each piece of equipment efficiently and accurately to perform assays and tests as required Maintain a schedule of work that efficiently manages the work performed for the assigned faculty. Develop clear and succinct application standard operating procedures for the techniques involved in the research assigned. Order reagents and necessary equipment when needed.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

Assist in the supervision of students involved in the associated research.

Qualifications Education :

College graduate with science background

Experience :

Several years of experience in working in a research lab environment Awareness of the biosafety regulations related to research lab operations Administrative experience in record keeping Readiness to function as a team player Readiness to learn diverse techniques and accept responsibility for their accurate performance.

Skills & Abilities :

Molecular Biology techniques, including cloning and DNA/RNA/Protein purification Electrophoresis- SDS-PAGE, Multiplex Western Blot Flow Cytometry RT-PCR Primary cell culture & cell culture techniques such as transfection and cell line maintenance. ELISA or other colormetric plate-based assays Microscopy and Sectioning (cryosection, paraffin, plastic), imunohistochemical analysis, fluorescence microscopy. Animal Use (rodents), familiarity with basic animal surgical techniques, tissue dissection Microbiology experience with bacteria and/or virus Touro University is an equal opportunity employer. Touro University treats all employees, job applicants, and students without unlawful consideration of race, ethnicity, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical condition), age, disability, medical condition, marital status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, military service or veteran status, citizenship status, or any other classification protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. We are committed to ensuring the fulfillment of this policy in all decisions, including but not limited to, recruitment, the administration of educational programs and activities, hiring, compensation, training and apprenticeship, placement, promotion, upgrading, demotion, downgrading, transfer, layoff, suspension, expulsion and termination, and all other terms and conditions of admission, matriculation, and employment. Inquiries or complaints concerning the non-discrimination policies should be sent to Zachary Shapiro, 690 Walnut Ave, Suite 210, Vallejo, California, 94592, zshapiro@touro.edu (707-638-5459) or, alternatively, to the Chief Compliance Officer at compliance@touro.edu and 646-565-6000 x55330.