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Research Position

Research Technician II, Oral Biology

University at Buffalo · United States
Deadline
Apr 14, 2027
Closing in 177 days
Location
N/A
United States
Employment
Fixed contract (1-4 years)
Part time
Reference
N/A
Posted Oct 16, 2026
Offered salary$23,032

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Research Technician II, Oral Biology

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Posting Details

Position Information
Fiscal Year 2026-2027
Position Title Research Technician II, Oral Biology
Classification Title Research Technician II
Department Department of Oral Biology
Posting Number R260128
Posting Link https://www.ubjobs.buffalo.edu/postings/63944
Employer Research Foundation
Position Type RF Clerical/Technical
Job Type Part-Time
Appointment Term
Salary Grade N.6
Posting Detail Information
Position Summary A Research Technician II position is available at the University at Buffalo School of Dental Medicine’s Department of Oral Biology with Dr. Camila Sabatini’s research team. The primary objective of this position is to study dental pulp stem cells, with a focus on regenerative dentistry. The successful candidate should be able to manage multiple detail-oriented tasks with minimal supervision, capable of trouble-shooting and critical thinking, develop and execute in vitro and in vivo experiments, histological processing and imaging, molecular biology techniques, perform administrative tasks, self-motivated, dedicated and creative. Excellent organizational skills, ability to work well with others, and willingness to learn new lab techniques and follow instructions are key. Prior experience with animal work is a strong plus.

The activities of the Research Technician II will consist of:
  • Mammalian cell culture;
  • DNA/RNA extraction and PCR;
  • Protein detection/quantification and cell signaling studies (immunofluorescence, western blotting, ELISA, plasmid recombination);
  • Mice and Ferret: maintaining the colony, breeding and genotyping, and sample harvesting;
  • Histology (sample preparation);
  • Microscopy imaging (brightfield, confocal, and transmission electron microscopy);
  • Flow cytometry: multiple channel FACS analysis and immune profiling;
  • Administrative duties (taking notes during lab meetings, assisting with purchase orders and inventory management, and managing protocol submissions and documentation, lab organization);
  • Training and supervision of new technicians and students;
  • Requires experience with statistical software Graphpad Prism.

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The Research Foundation of SUNY is an EOE and welcomes all to apply including veterans and individuals with a disability.
Minimum Qualifications
  • Requires an associate’s degree or two years formal training in a biomedical science or related field and at least three years of experience directly related to research or the program.
  • Experience working in a research laboratory and the ability to work independently.
  • Ability to troubleshoot laboratory protocols.
  • Experience with animals.
  • Tissue culture skills.
  • Histology sample preparation and microscopy imaging.
  • Experience in molecular biology: immunoblotting, DNA/RNA extraction and PCR.
  • Highly self-disciplined.
  • Proficient in Graphpad Prism, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, basic imaging software (ImageJ, QuPath).
Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience in ELISA and Flow cytometry;
  • Experience in PCR;
  • Microscopy imaging
Our University Community
Physical Demands
Driving Requirements This position will never drive a university owned vehicle.
Salary Range $23,032.20 - $24,032.20
Additional Salary Information The salary range reflects our good faith and reasonable estimate of the possible compensation at the time of posting, the role and associated responsibilities, and the experience, education, and training of the selected candidate.
Work Hours 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Campus South Campus
Posting Alerts
Special Instructions Summary
Is a background check required for this posting? Yes
Background Check Notification For non-internal applicants: a selected candidate will have to complete and pass a background check prior to appointment.
Contact Information
Contact's Name Camila Sabatini
Contact's Pronouns
Contact's Title
Contact's Email [email protected]
Contact's Phone 716-829-6343
Posting Dates
Posted 08/20/2026
Deadline for applicants Open Until Filled
Date to be filled 09/10/2026
References
Number of references required 3
Reference Cutoff Date
Instructions to Applicant

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