Research Technician II, Sarver Heart Center

University of Arizona; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The Sarver Heart Center at the University of Arizona is seeking a Research Technician II to support in various aspects of laboratory research. This role involves conducting experiments, maintaining equipment, and assisting in data collection and analysis. Candidates should have a high school diploma and at least 3 years of relevant experience, ideally in cardiology research. A comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance and tuition reduction, is offered.

Benefits

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays

Tuition reduction for employee and family members

Retirement plans

Access to recreation and cultural activities

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of relevant experience, or equivalent combination of education and work experience.
• Prior experience in cardiology research techniques preferred.
• Experience with interpretation of cardiac MRI and electrocardiograms is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform basic setup of research experiments according to defined protocols.
• Set up lab equipment and operate surgical devices.
• Assist with research sample collection and data analysis.

Skills

Research Techniques

Data Analysis

Experiment Setup

Equipment Maintenance

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Research Technician II, Sarver Heart Center

Research Technician II, Sarver Heart Center

Posting Number req23066

Department Sarver Heart Center

Department Website Link https://heart.arizona.edu/

Location University of Arizona Health Sciences

Address Tucson, AZ USA

Position Highlights

For almost 40 years, the Sarver Heart Center at the University of Arizona has been at the forefront of groundbreaking discoveries and innovative therapies. Our scientists, physicians, and nurses have significantly advanced the field of cardiovascular medicine and transformed cardiovascular science and patient care worldwide. The center has recently appointed a new Director, Dr. Hesham Sadek whose vision for the center is excellence in cardiovascular care, research, and education.

The Sarver Heart Center is seeking a Research Technician II to provide basic experiment support and execution, equipment maintenance, and data collection and analysis duties for the various labs in the Center.

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

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Duties & Responsibilities

Perform Experiments

• Performs basic set up of research experiments and tests and conducts these experiments according to defined protocols. Seeks guidance from the PI and other lab members, as needed.
• Become familiar with study, applicable background research, laboratory protocols and procedures.
• Ensure compliance with lab procedures, protocols, and quality control.

Equipment

• Set up lab equipment and operate surgical devices following established instruction and procedures.
• Operate, maintain and troubleshoot scientific apparatuses, equipment and instruments specific to assignment.
• Clean, sterilize, and maintain lab equipment.

Data Collection and Analysis

• Assist with research sample collection and specimen preparation.
• Maintain logs, records, notes, data, and spreadsheets to document the results of experiments and facilitate data analysis.
• Collect and compile research data. Complete basic calculations of test results.

Administrative

• Provides routine and technical administrative support to research projects (ordering supplies, maintain inventory, scanning, photocopies, labeling, filing, record keeping, etc.).
• Participate in lab meetings and other scientific discussions.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or high school diploma equivalency is required.
• Minimum of 3 years of relevant experience, or equivalent combination of education and work experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience in cardiology research techniques (cardiology background preferred).
• Prior surgical experience working with small/large animals to include aseptic surgical techniques.
• Experience with interpretation of cardiac MRI, electrocardiograms, echocardiograms.

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 DOE

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

Target Hire Date

Expected End Date

Contact Information for Candidates Gerry Flores | [e-mail]

Open Date 6/6/2025

Open Until Filled Yes

Documents Needed to Apply Resume and Cover Letter

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About the company

95194 The University of Arizona is a public land-grant research university in Tucson, Arizona.

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