Research Technician I (Part-Time), Translational Cardiovascular Research Center - TCRC (Phoenix)

Arizona International; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 22,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

University of Arizona's Translational Cardiovascular Research Center in Phoenix seeks a Research Technician I (Part-Time) to support histology, immunostaining, and genetic/biochemical assays. The role includes handling mouse colonies, RNA/protein work, and image analysis under supervision, with a part-time schedule of 10 hours per week.

The position is non-exempt, hourly, with a pay range of $16.50 to $18.75 per hour and no visa sponsorship. Open to candidates in the Greater Phoenix area.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required.
• Prior work experience not required.

Responsibilities

• Under supervision perform histology and immunostaining experiments.
• Acquire images and assist with processing and documenting results under senior personnel guidance.
• Follow safety regulations and institutional guidelines.
• Maintain animal colonies and perform routine rodent work per protocols.
• Assist RNA extraction/real time PCR, protein extraction and Western blotting.

Skills

Histology

Mouse handling

qPCR

Western blot

Education

High school diploma

Tools

PCR

Western blot

Cell culture

Job description

Research Technician I (Part-Time), Translational Cardiovascular Research Center - TCRC (Phoenix)

Posting Number: req27309

Department: COM Phx Trans Cardio Rsrch Ctr

Department Website Link: College of Medicine-Phoenix

Location: Greater Phoenix Area

Address: 475 N. 5th Street, Phoenix, AZ 85004 USA

Position Highlights

The laboratory of Dr. Lya Yin of the Translational Cardiovascular Research Center (TCRC) at the University of Arizona College of Medicine-Phoenix is seeking a highly motivated Research Technician I. This position will provide the oportunity to learn skills needed to aid in research projects by performing a variety of laboratory tasks and experiments. Guided by the instruction from Dr. Yin and other senior lab personnel, the Research Technician I will gain knowledge to manage mouse colonies, perform histology and immunostaining, acquire and analyze fluorescent and micro-CT images, and other tasks if needed.

Visa sponsorship is not available for this positions.

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Duties & Responsibilities

• Under supervision will perform histology and immunostaining experiments.
• Be given detailed instruction to acquire images and assist with processing and documenting results under direction of senior laboratory personnel.
• Follow established safety regulations, laboratory protocols, and institutional guidelines while performing work.
• Assist with routine maintenance activities for genetically modified mouse colonies under established protocols. Performing rodent work and related experimentation procedures; including dissections, biological compound injections, and glucose tolerance tests.
• Be capable to maintain laboratory space and equipment to ensure proper operation and cleanliness.
• Under guidance of senior staff will perform RNA extraction / real time PCR (qPCR), protein extraction and Western blotting.
• Will become familiar with routine cell culture techniques to support to the overall study objectives and research goals.
• Will to work closely with postdoctoral researchers, graduate students, and principal investigators to support ongoing projects.
• Attend and participate in lab meetings, journal clubs, and departmental seminars

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Ability to handle the mice, perform cell culture or genotyping.
• Ability to analyze research results.
• Ability to report results to the PI and in the laboratory meetings.
• Ability to communicate in a clear, concise manner orally and in writing.

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.
• Prior work experience not required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous research experience (intership, independent study).
• Familiarity with animal work, genotyping, cell culture or molecular analysis.
• At least one year of college education in biomedical science, with some bench work and animal study experience.

FLSA

Non-Exempt

Full Time/Part Time

Part Time

Number of Hours Worked per Week

10

Job FTE

0.25

Work Calendar

Fiscal

Job Category

Research

Benefits Eligible

No Benefits

Rate of Pay

$16.50 - $18.75

Compensation Type

hourly rate

Grade

2

Compensation Guidance

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.

The Grade Range represent a full range of career compensation growth over time. The university offers compensation growth opportunities within its career architecture. To learn more about compensation, please review our Applicant Compensation Guide and our Total Rewards Calculator.

Career Stream and Level

OC1

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

Contact Information for Candidates

Office of Human Resources, Talent Acquisition

[e-mail]

Open Date

10/9/2026

Open Until Filled

Yes

Documents Needed to Apply

Resume and Cover Letter

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