Research/Lab Technician

University of Missouri-Columbia; Columbia Township (MO); On-site; USD 17,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Job summary

The University of Missouri Metagenomics Center (MUMC) and MU Mutant Mouse Resource and Research Center (MMRRC) are seeking a Research Laboratory Technician. You will provide technical support for sample receipt, handling (BSL-2), DNA extraction and quantification, normalization, plating, and transport to MU Core facilities on the main campus.

Additionally, you will assist with data management, service quotes and invoices, and with animal necropsies and post-mortem sampling as needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• BA/BS degree preferred for the position.
• Familiarity with MS Office (Excel, Outlook) beneficial.
• Experience with DNA extraction preferred and beneficial.
• Attention to detail and strong interpersonal skills expected.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical support for MUMC and MMRRC, including receipt and inventory of samples (BSL-2).
• Handle samples including nucleic acid extraction, quantification, normalization, and DNA plating.
• Transport materials to MU Core facilities on MU campus; assist with data management.
• Prepare and distribute service quotes and invoices; assist with animal necropsies and post-mortem sampling.
• Support other procedures as needed.

Skills

Attention to detail

Interpersonal skills

Education

High school diploma

BA/BS degree

Tools

Excel

Outlook

DNA extraction

Job description

Hiring Department

Department of Pathobiology and Integrative Biomedical Sciences (PIBS) - College of Veterinary Medicine

Job Description

PIBS is hiring a Research Laboratory Technician in the University of Missouri Metagenomics Center (MUMC) and MU Mutant Mouse Resource and Research Center (MMRRC).

Duties and responsibilities: provide technical support for the MUMC and MU MMRRC including receipt and inventory of biological samples, including Biosafety Level-2 (BSL2) samples; sample handling including nucleic acid extraction and quantification, normalization and plating of DNA, and transport of material to and from MU Core facilities on the main MU campus; basic data management and distribution to clients; assistance with preparation and distribution of service quotes and invoices; and assistance with animal necropsies, post mortem sample collection, and other procedures as needed.

Shift

Monday-Friday, 8:00am - 5:00pm

Minimum Qualifications

• A high school diploma or an equivalent combination of experience from which comparable knowledge and skills can be acquired is necessary.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor of Arts (BA), Bachelor of Science (BS), or comparable degree
• familiarity with Microsoft Office software suite (e.g., Excel, Outlook)
• strong attention-to-detail, and strong interpersonal skills
• Experience with DNA extraction, and an understanding of basic finance is also preferred

Anticipated Hiring Range

• Hiring Salary: $15.00 per hour
• Grade: GGS 004
• University Title: Research/Lab Technician
• Internal applicants can determine their university title by accessing the Talent Profile tile in myHR.

Application Materials

Please provide a resume and the names and contact details of three references. Applicant review will begin immediately and continue until a candidate has been hired.

Sponsorship Information

• Employment visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Benefit Eligibility

This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, paid time off, short- and long-term disability, paid parental leave, paid caregiver leave, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at https://www.umsystem.edu/departments-staff/human-resources/benefits-retirement

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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