Laboratory Research Technician

University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill; Chapel Hill (NC); On-site; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill seeks a Laboratory Research Technician to support lab operations and assist the Principal Investigator with experiments spanning molecular biology, behavior, biochemistry, electrophysiology, electrochemistry and immunohistochemistry.

This full-time temporary role, 40 hours per week, offers a pathway to contribute to health-related research in North Carolina, working with a dynamic team in the Alcohol Studies Center.

Qualifications

• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Additional software knowledge such as GraphPad Prism, DeepLabCut is preferred.
• Coding experience in MatLab or Python is advantageous.
• Prior experience with rodent models is desirable.

Responsibilities

• The Research Technician will assist with lab management operations and support the PI and lab members in experiments involving molecular biology, behavior, biochemistry, electrophysiology, electrochemistry and immunohistochemistry.

Skills

Microsoft Office

data analysis

Tools

GraphPad Prism

DeepLabCut

MatLab

Python

Job description

Department

Alcohol Studies Center - 428801

Career Area

Research Professionals

Posting Open Date

09/03/2026

Application Deadline

09/13/2026

Position Type

Temporary Staff (SHRA)

Position Title

Laboratory Research Technician

Position Number

20078498, 20078499

Vacancy ID

S028038

Full-time/Part-time

Full-Time Temporary

Hours per week

40

Work Schedule

Monday – Friday with occasional weekend work required. Up to 40 hours/ week.

Position Location

North Carolina, US

Hiring Range

$20.00 - $22.00 per hour

Proposed Start Date

09/28/2026

Estimated Duration of Appointment

6 months or longer

Be a Tar Heel!

A global higher education leader in innovative teaching, research and public service, the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill consistently ranks as one of the nation’s top public universities. Known for its beautiful campus, world-class medical care, commitment to the arts and top athletic programs, Carolina is an ideal place to teach, work and learn.One of the best college towns and best places to live in the United States, Chapel Hill has diverse social, cultural, recreation and professional opportunities that span the campus and community.University employees can choose from a wide range of professional training opportunities for career growth, skill development and lifelong learning and enjoy exclusive perks that include numerous retail and restaurant discounts, savings on local child care centers and special rates for performing arts events.

Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit

Our mission is to improve the health and well-being of North Carolinians and others whom we serve. We accomplish this by providing leadership and excellence in the interrelated areas of patient care, education and research.

Patient care: We promote health and provide superb clinical care while maintaining our strong tradition of reaching underserved populations and reducing health disparities across North Carolina and beyond.

Education: We prepare tomorrow`s healthcare professionals and biomedical researchers from all backgrounds by facilitating learning within innovative and integrated curricula and team-oriented interprofessional education to ensure a highly skilled workforce.

Research: We develop and support a rich array of outstanding health sciences research programs, centers and resources. We provide infrastructure and opportunities for collaboration among disciplines throughout and beyond our university to support outstanding research. We foster programs in the areas of basic, translational, mechanistic and population research.

Position Summary

The Research Technician will assist with lab management operations and assist the Principal Investigator and members of the laboratory with experiments involving molecular biology, behavior, biochemistry, electrophysiology, electrochemistry and immunohistochemistry.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements

Demonstrated possession of the competencies necessary to perform the work.

Management Preferences

• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Powerpoint);
• Additional software knowledge highly preferred (examples but not limited to GraphPad Prism, Deep Lab Cut);
• Coding experience (examples but not limited to: MatLab, Python);
• Prior experience with rodent models.

Campus Security Authority Responsibilities

Not Applicable.

Special Instructions

THIS IS AN EXCELLENT CAREER BUILDING OPPORTUNITY FOR THOSE CONSIDERING A CAREER IN SCIENCE!