Research Technician

USF College of Nursing; Orlando (FL); On-site; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading research university as a Research Technician. This entry-level position involves performing standard laboratory procedures, caring for laboratory animals, and preparing equipment. Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma and relevant experience. USF offers competitive benefits and opportunities for growth.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Retirement Plans

Tuition Assistance

Leave Programs

Qualifications

• Three years of laboratory or research experience required.
• College coursework in science may substitute for experience.

Responsibilities

• Performs standard laboratory procedures and maintains cell cultures.
• Cares for laboratory animals and prepares them for surgery.
• Keeps records of laboratory analyses and monitors student assistants.

Education

High School Graduate

Job description

Join to apply for the Research Technician role at USF College of Nursing

Location: 12901 Bruce B Downs Blvd, Tampa, FL, 33612, US

Hiring Salary: $15.39 to $20.19

Job Identification: 40589

Job Category: Research

Posting Date: 05/09/2025, 01:50 PM

Apply Before: 05/23/2025, 01:50 PM

Degree Level: High School Graduate

Essential Personnel: No

Examples of Duties

1. Performs standard laboratory procedures such as maintaining cell cultures, radioisotope labeling, preparing slides using staining techniques, and performing assays for protein, RNA, DNA, or other cellular components.
2. Cares for laboratory animals, performs standardized experimental protocols, prepares animals for surgery, provides drug treatment, and cares for animals post-surgery.
3. Prepares laboratory equipment for use.
4. Keeps records of laboratory analyses and may enter data into a database.
5. Monitors the work of student assistants.
6. Prepares graphs, charts, and tables from experimental results for presentations and publications.

Minimum Qualification Requirements

This position requires a high school diploma or equivalent and three years of laboratory or research experience. College coursework in a natural or physical science may substitute for the required experience on a year-for-year basis.

About USF

The University of South Florida is a high-impact global research university dedicated to student success. It has risen rapidly in national rankings and serves over 50,000 students across multiple campuses. USF is a Preeminent State Research University and a member of the American Athletic Conference.

Working at USF

USF employs over 16,000 staff members and offers opportunities for professional growth, competitive benefits, including health insurance, retirement plans, tuition assistance, and leave programs. To learn more, visit: Work Here. Learn Here. Grow Here.

Additional Information

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Research, Analyst, and Information Technology
• Industries: Higher Education

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