Research Technician

University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill; North Carolina; On-site; Full time

Job summary

The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is seeking a research technician to support cellular and molecular biology experiments under the supervision of the Principal Investigator. Responsibilities include daily cell culture, cloning, and lab maintenance. Candidates should have strong organizational skills and attention to detail. This position offers opportunities to participate in various lab projects and contribute to health sciences research.

Benefits

Professional Training Opportunities

Discounts at Retail and Restaurants

Savings on Local Childcare

Special Rates for Performing Arts Events

Qualifications

• Demonstrated competencies necessary to perform the work.

Responsibilities

• Perform cellular and molecular biology experiments.
• Daily mammalian cell culture and cloning tasks.
• Maintain sterile cell culture conditions and document results.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Aseptic Techniques

Organizational Skills

Job description

Hiring Range

$20.00 - $23.00 per hour, dependent on qualifications

About Chapel Hill

One of the best college towns and best places to live in the United States, Chapel Hill offers 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. They also enjoy exclusive perks including discounts at retail and restaurants, savings on local childcare 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 we serve by providing leadership and excellence in patient care, education, and research.

• Patient care: We promote health and deliver superb clinical care, especially reaching underserved populations and reducing health disparities across North Carolina and beyond.
• Education: We prepare future healthcare professionals and biomedical researchers through innovative, integrated curricula and interprofessional education to ensure a highly skilled workforce.
• Research: We support outstanding health sciences research programs and foster collaboration across disciplines to advance basic, translational, mechanistic, and population health research.

Position Summary

Under supervision of the Principal Investigator, the research technician will perform cellular and molecular biology experiments, including creating viral vectors for neuroscience applications. See our publications at unc-neurotools.org for more information.

The main duties involve daily mammalian cell culture, cloning, DNA preparation, viral vector purification, and lab maintenance. These require attention to detail, accurate recordkeeping, and aseptic techniques. The candidate must maintain sterile cell culture conditions, quantify cell numbers during various stages, prepare reagents, document supplies, follow safety protocols, dispose of waste properly, maintain equipment, and communicate results during meetings.

Opportunities include participating in other lab projects such as cell-culture assays, molecular cloning, PCR, immunocytochemistry, data analysis, maintaining experimental databases, and assisting with grant and publication preparations.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements

Demonstrated competencies necessary to perform the work.

Required Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience

Demonstrated competencies necessary to perform the work.

Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience

Previous experience with cell culture, ability to conduct aseptic techniques in biosafety cabinets, and strong organizational and recordkeeping skills.

Additional Information

For questions or application issues, contact the Office of Human Resources at [phone] or [e-mail]. Note that specific application status updates are not provided.

The University is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from all qualified individuals, including protected veterans and persons with disabilities.

Documents

Required: Curriculum Vitae / Resume

Optional: Cover Letter, Other Document, List of References

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