Lab Technician I — Neuroengineering Research

Arizona International; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 23,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Arizona invites qualified applicants to apply for the position of Research Technician I in the Song lab within the Department of Biomedical Engineering. The NIH- and foundation-funded lab focuses on neuroengineering, organs-on-chips, and animal models, collaborating with post‑docs and graduate students on translational projects.

Visa sponsorship is not available. Benefits include health, dental, vision insurance, life and disability programs, paid leave, tuition reduction

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Bachelor's degree or higher in biomedical related disciplines preferred.
• At least 1 year laboratory research or animal experience preferred.
• Experience in Prism and MS Excel preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist with basic laboratory tasks including preparing samples and maintaining a clean and organized laboratory environment.
• Assist higher level researchers with collecting samples.
• Prepare reagents and solutions as needed for experiments.
• Adhere to safety protocols and ethical guidelines in handling and disposal of laboratory materials.
• Support routine experiments under supervision, ensuring compliance with standardized procedures.
• Maintain logs and records of experimental data; assist in field notes and records.
• Coordinate scheduling of study subjects and collect basic information.
• Provide routine administrative support (photocopies, labeling, filing, etc.).
• Engage in continuous learning and application of basic lab techniques and safety protocols.

Skills

Basic knowledge of laboratory research

Ability to take guidance and work as a

Ability to report results to the PI

Communication in writing and speaking

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor's degree in biomedical related disciplines preferred

Tools

Prism

MS Excel

Job description

The University of Arizona invites qualified applicants to apply for the position of Research Technician I in the Song lab within the Department of Biomedical Engineering. The NIH- and foundation-funded lab focuses on neuroengineering, organs-on-chips, and animal models, collaborating with post‑docs and graduate students on translational projects.

Visa sponsorship is not available. Benefits include health, dental, vision insurance, life and disability programs, paid leave, tuition reduction