Research Technician II

UNIVERSITY OF ARIZONA; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Tuition reduction for employee and the

Retirement plans

Job summary

University of Arizona is seeking a Research Technician II in the lab of Dr. Xinxin Ding within the Pharmacology and Toxicology department. The role involves supporting biological research, performing tissue-based assays, and contributing to understanding environmental chemical-induced tissue injury.

The position emphasizes assay work, immunoblot analysis, tissue collection, and gene expression studies, with a focus on rodent handling and laboratory accuracy under supervision.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent or experience may be required.
• Minimum of 3 years of relevant experience or equivalent education/work experience.
• BS or higher in biological sciences preferred.
• Experience with assaying, immunoblotting, and PCR is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform antibody-based or enzyme activity-based assays with kit-based methods.
• Perform immunoblot analysis including densitometry and reagent preparation.
• Collect mouse tissue samples for analysis.
• Conduct gene expression analysis using PCR.

Skills

Rodent handling

Immunoblotting

PCR knowledge

Biological sciences knowledge

Education

BS or higher in biological sciences

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Location Tucson Campus

Address Tucson, AZ USA

Position Highlights

The R. Ken Coit College of Pharmacy is inviting applicants to apply for the position of Research Technician II in the lab of Dr. Xinxin Ding in the department of Pharmacology and Toxicology. This position will support biological research conducted by senior researchers. The work will mainly include performing assays for the detection and quantification of biological molecules in tissue samples. The results will help with understanding how environmental chemicals cause tissue injury.

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Outstanding U of A benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; U of A/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; retirement plans; access to U of A recreation and cultural activities; and more!

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Duties & Responsibilities

• Perform antibody-based or enzyme activity-based assays using assay kits, to include initiating reactions, monitoring reactions, measuring products, calculating rate or amounts.
• Perform immunoblot analysis of protein expression, to include optimizing conditions, preparing reagents, performing immunoblotting and densitometry, and calculating amounts.
• Collect mouse tissue samples for analysis.
• Conduct gene expression analysis, to include cDNA Synthesis, Amplification & Detection using PCR.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Ability to work with rodents.
• Knowledge of biological sciences.

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 equivalent, or equivalent learning attained through experience may be required.
• Minimum of 3 years of relevant experience, or equivalent combination of education and work experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• BS or higher in biological sciences.
• Experience with assaying, immunoblotting, and PCR.

FLSA Non-Exempt

Full Time/Part Time Full Time

Number of Hours Worked per Week 40

Job FTE 1.0

Work Calendar Fiscal

Job Category Research

Benefits Eligible Yes - Full Benefits

Rate of Pay $16.50 - $20.63

Compensation Type hourly rate

Grade 3

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.
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Career Stream and Level OC2

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

Xinxin Ding | [e-mail]

Open Date 8/28/2026

Open Until Filled Yes

Documents Needed to Apply Resume and Cover Letter

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