Research Technician I

University Of Nebraska Medical Center; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic research team at a leading medical center as a Research Technician. In this role, you will support groundbreaking research in the Pancreatic Cancer Center of Excellence. You will assist in maintaining laboratory operations, including inventory management, preparing supplies for experiments, and conducting experiments with mice and cultured cells. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to vital research while ensuring compliance with safety and regulatory standards. If you are passionate about scientific research and eager to make a difference, this position is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree or equivalent in a Scientific field required.
• Knowledge of research methodology and techniques needed.

Responsibilities

• Assist in maintaining laboratory inventory and ordering supplies.
• Perform experiments in mice and cultured cells and analyze data.

Skills

Research Methodology

Laboratory Techniques

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft PowerPoint

Animal Protocol Maintenance

Education

Associate's Degree in Scientific Field

Two Years Related Education/Experience

Tools

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

UNMC is an Affirmative Action Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, including an equal opportunity employer of protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Location: Omaha, NE

Requisition Number: Staff_13052

Department: Eppley Inst PCCE 50013051

Business Unit: Eppley Institute

Reg-Temp: Full-Time Regular

Work Schedule: TBD by supervisor and responsibilities

Remote/Telecommuting: No remote/telecommuting opportunity

Position Summary

The Research Technician will assist with the regular functioning of a research laboratory for Dr. Hingorani in the Pancreatic Cancer Center of Excellence.

The technician will be responsible for assisting other individuals in Dr. Hingorani’s lab and will perform duties as assigned by the lab. This may include maintaining laboratory inventory and ordering needed supplies, preparing supplies for experiments, assisting in the maintaining of animal colonies including breeding, genotyping, and record-keeping, and performing experiments in mice and cultured cells and analyze research data.

This position will assist with proper maintenance of animal protocols, lab safety documents and overall compliance of regulatory requirements.

Initial application review will begin on the date provided in the field above. Applications received prior to this review date will be considered. Applications received after the review date may be considered.

Required and Preferred Qualifications

Required Education: Associate's degree or equivalent in a Scientific field (Will consider two years related education/experience)

Required Experience: No Experience (Will consider two years related education/experience)

Required License: No

Required Computer Applications: Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Microsoft PowerPoint

Required Additional Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Knowledge of research methodology and techniques

Preferred Education: None Preferred

Preferred Experience: Experience in a laboratory research setting

Preferred License: No

Preferred Computer Applications: Microsoft Outlook

The University of Nebraska Medical Center (UNMC) is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive work and learning environment free from discrimination and harassment. UNMC is dedicated to creating an environment where everyone feels valued, respected and included. UNMC does not discriminate based on race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, and/or political affiliation in its programs, activities, or employment. UNMC complies with all local, state and federal laws prohibiting discrimination, including Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex.

Requisition Specific Questions

• * Do you have a minimum of an Associate's degree in a Scientific field OR a minimum of two years related education/experience?
  • Yes
  • No
• * If you do have a minimum of an Associate's degree in a Scientific field OR a minimum of two years related education/experience, please elaborate (If No, indicate NA)

  (Open Ended Question)

• * Are you proficient in Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, and Microsoft PowerPoint?
  • Yes
  • No
• * How did you hear about this position?
  • Careerlink
  • Employee Referral
  • HERC
  • Indeed
  • Job Fair
  • Lincoln Journal Star
  • Linkedin
  • Omaha World Herald
  • UNMC Job Site
  • Facebook
  • NEWorks
  • Handshake
  • Other
• * If Other, please specify the source. Otherwise, indicate NA.

  (Open Ended Question)

• * Within the past 6 months, have you been affected by a reduction in force or grant funding expiration with the University of Nebraska Medical Center?
  • Yes
  • No

Individuals who need accommodation during the online application or interview process may contact 402-559-4070 or [e-mail] to request an accommodation.

For questions regarding application, please contact UNMC Staffing at [e-mail].