Lab Technician

The University of Toledo; Ottawa Hills (OH); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Toledo is seeking a Lab Technician to support the Dept. of Cell and Cancer Biology. The role involves assisting with bone microenvironment research related to prostate cancer bone metastasis, drug resistance, and tumor dormancy.

You will perform in vitro and in vivo experiments, maintain a clean lab, and train under a PI. Ideal candidates will have a biology degree, strong data interpretation skills, and the ability to work independently and with a team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in biology or a related discipline.
• Effective oral and written communication.
• Ability to work well with others.
• Ability to analyze, interpret, and present data to PI in a logical and organized manner.
• Ability to multi-task and stay motivated in a scientific setting.
• Ability to plan, perform, analyze, and interpret experiments.
• Proven ability to work independently and operate lab equipment.
• Maintain good attendance and handle mice for experiments.

Responsibilities

• Perform general laboratory tasks in support of the PI and team.
• Conduct experiments to study bone microenvironment effects on prostate cancer bone metastasis, drug resistance, and tumor dormancy.
• Keep the laboratory clean, organized, and functional.
• Work with in vitro cell cultures and in vivo mouse studies.

Skills

Communication

Team collaboration

Data interpretation

Multi-tasking

Self-motivation

Experimental design

Plan and analyze experiments

Education

Bachelor’s degree in biology or related field

Tools

Cell culture

Mouse handling

Job description

Title: Lab Technician

Department Org: Dept. of Cell and Cancer Biology -107500

Employee Classification: N1 - Unclass Full Time HSC

Bargaining Unit: Professional Staff Association

Primary Location: HSC C

Shift: 1

Job Description: The lab assistant will perform various general laboratory tasks insupport of the principal investigator and other research teammembers. Has the motivation and capability to be trained to assistPI in initiating a new research project. The Lab technician willconduct experiments to study the impact of bone microenvironment onprostate cancer bone metastasis, drug resistance, and tumordormancy. Tasks include keep the laboratory clean, organized, andfunctional. Experiments will include in vitro cell cultures and invivo mouse studies.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in biology or a related discipline isrequired.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and written
• Ability to work well with others.
• Ability to analyze, interpret, and present data to PI in alogical and organized manner.
• Ability to multi-task.
• Self-motivated, general curiosity in science, and quicklearner
• Ability to plan, perform, analyze, and interpret scientificexperiments.
• Proven ability to work independently.
• Ability to operate common equipment of a biomedical researchlab
• Maintain a good attendance record.
• Ability to handle mice and perform common mouseexperiments.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in cell cultures.
• Experience in handling mice and mouse experiments.
• Experience in various cell and molecular biology protocols.

Conditions of Employment: To promote the highest levels of health and well-being, the University of Toledo campuses are tobacco-free. Pre-employment health screening requirements for the University of Toledo Health Science Campus Medical Center will include drug and other required health screenings for the position.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement: The University of Toledo is an equal opportunity employer. TheUniversity of Toledo does not discriminate in employment,educational programs, or activities on the basis of race, color,religion, sex, age, ancestry, national origin, sexual orientation,gender identity and expression, military or veteran status,disability, familial status, or political affiliation. The University is dedicated to attracting and retaining the bestand brightest talent and fostering a culture of respect. The University of Toledo provides reasonable accommodation toindividuals with disabilities. If you require accommodation tocomplete this application, or for testing or interviewing, please contact HR Compliance at [e-mail] or 419-530-4747 between the hours of 8:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. or apply online for an accommodation request.

Computer access is available at most public libraries and at theOffice of Human Resources located in the Center for AdministrativeSupport on the UToledo Main Campus.

Advertised: 20 Oct 2026 Eastern Daylight Time

Applications close: 08 Nov 2026 Eastern Standard Time