Research Technician

University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill; North Carolina; On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill seeks a lab assistant to support molecular biology projects and maintain lab operations. This role is integral to the School of Medicine's mission of improving health through education and research.

Benefits

Professional training opportunities

Retail and restaurant discounts

Savings on local childcare centers

Special rates for performing arts events

Qualifications

• Demonstrated possession of the competencies necessary to perform the work.

Responsibilities

• Lab responsibilities such as package pickup and distribution.
• Maintaining lab order and safety equipment.
• Assisting with cloning and molecular biology projects.

Job description

One of the best college towns and best places to live in the United States, Chapel Hill offers diverse social, cultural, recreational, 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. They also enjoy exclusive perks including retail and restaurant discounts, savings on local childcare centers, and special rates for performing arts events.

Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit

The UNC School of Medicine has a rich tradition of excellence and care. Our mission is to improve the health and wellbeing of North Carolinians and others we serve by providing leadership and excellence in patient care, education, and research. We promote faculty, staff, and learner development in a diverse, respectful environment where professionalism, learning, and personal and professional sustainability are prioritized. We collaborate closely with the UNC Health System to enhance our service.

Our Vision

To be the nation’s leading public school of medicine. We are ranked 2nd in primary care education among all US schools of medicine and 5th among public peers in NIH research funding. Our Allied Health Department includes five top-ranked divisions, and we host 18 top-ranked clinical and basic science departments in NIH research funding.

Our Mission

To improve health and well-being through leadership and excellence in patient care, education, and research.

Patient Care: Promote health and provide excellent clinical care, especially reaching underserved populations and reducing health disparities across North Carolina and beyond.

Education: Prepare future healthcare professionals and biomedical researchers through innovative curricula and interprofessional education. We aim to recruit diverse, outstanding students and trainees and to develop exceptional faculty.

Research: Support outstanding health sciences research programs, centers, and resources. Facilitate interdisciplinary collaboration and foster research in basic, translational, mechanistic, and population health sciences.

Position Summary

This role involves lab responsibilities such as package pickup and distribution, maintaining lab order and safety equipment, monitoring and ordering supplies, and assisting with cloning and molecular biology projects alongside lab team members.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements

Demonstrated possession of the competencies necessary to perform the work.

Required Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience

Demonstrated possession of the competencies necessary to perform the work.

Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience

Demonstrated possession of the competencies necessary to perform the work.

Special Physical/Mental Requirements

Campus Security Authority Responsibilities

Office of Human Resources Contact: [phone] or [e-mail]. Note: HR cannot provide specific updates on application status.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

The University is an equal opportunity employer, welcoming applications regardless of age, color, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. We encourage all qualified applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities, to apply.

Optional and Required Documents

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• Curriculum Vitae / Resume
• Cover Letter
• List of References

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