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Research Technologist IV

St Joseph Hospital & Medical Center Phoenix, Arizona
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Requisition ID 2025-405388 Employment Type Full Time Department Research - Imaging Clinical Hours/Pay Period 80 Shift Day Weekly Schedule Monday - Friday (8:00am - 5:00pm) Remote No Category Research Travel No
Overview

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Located conveniently in the heart of Phoenix, Arizona,St. Joseph's Hospital and Medical Center is a 571-bed, not-for-profit hospital that provides a wide range of health, social and support services.  Founded in 1895 by the Sisters of Mercy, St. Joseph's was the first hospital in the Phoenix area. More than 125 years later, St. Joseph's remains dedicated to its mission of caring for the poor and underserved.

We are extremely proud to be a nationally recognized center for quality quaternary care, medical education and research. St. Joseph's includes the internationally renowned Barrow Neurological Institute, Norton Thoracic Institute, Cancer Center at St. Joseph's, Ivy Brain Tumor Center, and St. Joseph's Level I Trauma Center (which is verified by the American College of Surgeons). The hospital is also a respected center for high-risk obstetrics, neuro-rehabilitation, orthopedics, and other medical services. St. Joseph’s is considered a sought-after destination hospital for treating the most complex cases from throughout the world. Every day, approximately 20 percent of the hospital’s patients have traveled from outside of Arizona and the United States to seek treatment at St. Joseph’s.

U.S News & World Report routinely ranks St. Joseph's among the top hospitals in the United States for neurology and neurosurgery.  In addition, St. Joseph's boasts the Creighton University School of Medicine at St. Joseph's, and a strategic alliance with Phoenix Children's Hospital.

St. Joseph's is consistently named an outstanding place to work and one of Arizona's healthiest employers. Come grow your career with one of Arizona's Most Admired Companies.

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Responsibilities

LAB TECH IV RESEARCH – NEUROIMAGING JOB SUMMARY:

A research technician IV position is available at Barrow Neurological Institute (BNI) working with Drs. Richard Dortch and Ashley Stokes in the Division of Neuroimaging Research. Our team focuses on developing and validating advanced magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) methods in both preclinical and clinical settings to better inform on pathology including nerve degeneration and regeneration Alzheimer’s disease and other neurodegenerative diseases.

Description of duties:

• Perform routine and established lab procedures in support of the lab goals including processing tissue samples staining for histopathology prepare solutions and reagents and cell and tissue culture

• Work with preclinical disease models including behavioral assessments handling surgery and post-mortem tissue collection.

• Collect summarize and report results and outcomes of experiments.

• Operate and maintain laboratory equipment such as microscopes centrifuges sonicators etc.

• Assist in the training and mentorship of junior lab members including students and research assistants.

• Develop and document new protocols for lab procedures and ensure adherence to best practices.

• Oversee lab inventory ordering supplies and coordinating equipment maintenance.

• Perform data analysis assist in experimental design and contribute to scientific manuscripts.

• Coordinate research projects ensuring timelines and goals are met.

• Serve as a primary point of contact for lab organization compliance and safety protocols.

• Facilitate communication between research teams and collaborators.


Qualifications

Qualified applicants should have a bachelor’s degree in biology chemistry or other relevant science. 10 years of experience required. A strong understanding of laboratory techniques equipment and safety is required. Preclinical experience including in behavioral assessments neurosurgical techniques and histological methods is highly recommended. Applicants should demonstrate the ability to work independently and collaboratively with excellent project management and organizational skills. The ideal candidate will have strong attention to detail experience mentoring others in a lab setting and the ability to manage multiple ongoing research projects efficiently.


Ten years of previous experience in a research, clinical, or other scientific environment required. Experience in training or educating students, technicians, and postdoctoral associates
required.

Preferred: If a Master's degree has been attained, five (5) years of previous experience in a research, clinical, or other scientific environment. Has made contributions technically and or made and continues to make contributions conceptually to grant applications and
peer reviewed research reports.

Education

Bachelor's degree required. Master's degree preferred.


Proficient in advanced computer skills required.

Advanced knowledge of laboratory practices and in sophisticated computer-based processes preferred.

Training
Possesses knowledge of laboratory techniques and the scientific method required.

Preferred: Proficient and proven knowledge of laboratory techniques, fiscal management, lab function and lab oversight. Contributes technically and continues to make contributions to reviewed research reports. Demonstrates an ability to continually improve performance. Has demonstrated ability in oversight and training of other lab personnel, including the lab head, and possess promise to be an expert in job role.

Unless directed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement, applications for this position will be considered on a rolling basis. CommonSpirit Health cannot anticipate the date by which a successful candidate may be identified.

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