Research Tech IV - Physiology

University of Arizona; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 28,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Arizona's Eggers Laboratory is hiring a Research Technician IV to support vision science and neuroscience research. You will lead retinal electrophysiology and imaging workflows, manage mouse colonies, and develop advanced immunohistochemistry and imaging protocols.

This full-time, on-site role requires a strong technical background, a high school diploma or equivalent, and ideally a Bachelor's degree. Competitive benefits and a dynamic research environment await.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalency required.
• Minimum of 7 years of relevant experience or equivalent combination of education and work experience.
• Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Experience with animal handling/breeding is preferred.
• Experience with immunohistochemistry and confocal imaging techniques.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the lab's technical lead for retinal electrophysiology and confocal imaging systems; maintain performance standards and assist lab personnel.
• Develop, adapt, and validate immunohistochemistry, imaging, and electrophysiology methods to meet project objectives.
• Perform retinal immunohistochemistry, confocal imaging, and electrophysiology experiments and troubleshoot as needed.
• Coordinate technical work, equipment scheduling, and resources across projects.
• Review results and recommend changes to procedures and equipment to improve outcomes.
• Serve as point of contact with collaborators, core facilities, vendors, and compliance offices.
• Communicate progress and solutions to PI and lab staff.
• Maintain detailed records and enter data into lab database; catalog specimens.

Skills

Mouse handling

Lab coordination

Education

High school diploma or equivalency

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Immunohistochemistry

Confocal imaging

Job description

Research Tech IV - Physiology

Posting Number: req27629

Department: Physiology

Department Website Link: Physiology

Location: Tucson Campus, Tucson, AZ USA

Address: Tucson, AZ USA

Position Highlights:

The Eggers Laboratory in the Department of Physiology is hiring a Research Technician IV to support research in vision science and neuroscience. The selected candidate will work with mouse colonies and assist with laboratory-based research activities.

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Outstanding U of A benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; U of A/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; retirement plans; access to U of A recreation and cultural activities; and more!

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Duties & Responsibilities

• 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.

This job posting reflects the general nature and level of work expected of the selected candidate(s). It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. The institution reserves the right to amend or update this description as organizational priorities and institutional needs evolve.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or high school diploma equivalency is required.
• Minimum of 7 years of relevant experience, or equivalent combination of education and work experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree.
• Experience with animal handling/breeding.
• Experience with immunohistochemistry and confocal optical imaging techniques.

FLSA: Non-Exempt

Full Time/Part Time: Full Time

Number of Hours Worked per Week: 40

Job FTE: 1.0

Work Calendar: Fiscal

Job Category: Research

Benefits Eligible: Yes - Full Benefits

Rate of Pay: $20.33 - $25.41

Compensation Type: hourly rate

Grade: 5

The Rate of Pay Field represents the University of Arizona's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. The University considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, and internal equity.

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Career Stream and Level: OC4

Job Family: Research & Lab

Job Function: Research

Type of criminal background check required: Name-based criminal background check (non-security sensitive)

Number of Vacancies: 1

Open Date: 11/10/2026

Open Until Filled: Yes

Documents Needed to Apply: Resume and Cover Letter

Contact Information for Candidates

Dr. Erika Eggers
[e-mail]

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