Research Tech IV - Physiology

This Research Tech IV - Physiology position is with University of Arizona in Tucson, AZ. Serve as the laboratory’s technical lead for retinal electrophysiology and confocal imaging systems; maintain performance standards and serve as the primary resource for lab personnel and collaborators on system operation and troubleshooting. Independently develop, adapt, and validate immunohistochemistry, imaging, and electrophysiology methods and techniques to meet project objectives. Perform highly complex retinal immunohistochemistry, confocal imaging, and electrophysiology experiments; determine the best course of action when results or equipment fall outside expected parameters. Coordinate technical work, equipment scheduling, and laboratory resources across multiple concurrent research projects. Review and interpret experimental results and technical documentation; recommend changes to experimental procedures, equipment configurations, and methods to improve research outcomes. Serve as the point of contact with collaborating laboratories, core facilities, vendors, and research compliance offices on technical, equipment, and compliance matters. Communicate experimental progress, problems, and recommended solutions to the PI and laboratory personnel. Maintain accurate, detailed records of experiments and results, and enter data into the laboratory database; catalog specimens and samples. Assist the PI in preparing data and figures for publications and grant reports. Oversee mouse colony breeding to meet experimental timelines; maintain colony records in compliance with approved animal protocols. Perform small animal procedures, including minor surgery, injections, and tissue harvesting. Evaluate laboratory processes, equipment performance, and workflows; develop and implement improvements to operating standards, safety practices, and technical procedures. Act as an informal team lead; coach junior staff and mentor and train student employees in equipment operation and technical procedures. Oversee ordering and inventory of laboratory supplies and specialized materials.