Research Technician 2

Description

The University of Tennessee Biological and Small Molecule Mass Spectrometry Core (BSMMSC) in ORIED has an opening for a Research Technician 2 in the areas of metabolomics, lipidomics and mass spectrometry. The BSMMSC is home to several advanced mass spectrometers, focusing on the study of metabolomics and lipidomics in multiple science fields. This position will perform routine tasks under general supervision following established protocols and procedures. This position will primarily record mass spectrometric data on biological and small molecules for facility users, and perform & assist users in routine statistical analysis of that data. It will also perform maintenance & repair on the mass spectrometers and troubleshoot technical problems. This position will work directly with internal and external BSMMSC customers and will maintain positive customer relationships.

Duties and Responsibilities

Instrument operation and sample preparation

- Prepare and extract a diverse type of biological samples

- Run samples for internal and external BSMMSC users

- Implement protocols for mass spectrometry analysis developed by the BSMMSC lab managers

- Develop mass spectrometry methods for other compounds under supervision

- Review the suitability of submitted samples and schedule sample analysis

Data Analysis & Reports

- Perform mass spectrometry analysis focusing on metabolomics and lipidomics under the direction of the lab managers

- Perform routine data processing

- Compile processed data into reports for supervisor and/or customer

Other duties

- Perform routine instrument maintenance and repair on mass spectrometers under the direction of the supervisor

- Other duties as defined by the supervisor

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in analytical chemistry or related fields Required Competencies

• Knowledge of standard methods of analysis in the research field

• Knowledge of methods and techniques of compilation and analysis of research and statistical data analysis

• Knowledge of vacuum, electronics and basic mechanics needed for instrument maintenance and troubleshooting

• Ability to interpret results and translate into recommendations

• Ability to compile analyzed data into a report

• Basic communication skills (both written and oral)

• Basic computer skills; familiarity with office computer operations and software Preferred Competencies

• Knowledge of metabolomics, lipidomics, proteomics and mass spectrometry

• Master’s Degree in Chemistry