Research Technician III

Tulane group; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Tulane University's Department of Environmental Health Sciences invites applications for a Research Technician III to work on an ONR-funded project focused on environmental risk factors affecting marine mammal health. You will help develop environmental sampling and sequencing protocols for bacterial and fungal pathogens, including antimicrobial-resistant strains, using a portable long-read sequencing method.

The position involves day-to-day lab operations and an independent research project.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Statistical analysis and R software experience preferred.
• Proficient lab experience in environmental microbiology and biotechnology preferred.

Responsibilities

• One year of directly related experience.
• Solid analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills in English.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Ability to multitask and prioritize work assignments.
• Ability to work independently on projects under the supervision of the PI.
• Ability to learn and perform basic cell culture and molecular techniques.
• Ability to work cooperatively with colleagues and maintain good working relationships.
• A valid state-issued driver’s license.
• Complete and pass health screenings if contact with animals or tissues, and background/drug screening as required.

Skills

English communication

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Independent work

Cell culture basics

Driver's license

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

The Department of Environmental Health Sciences at Tulane University invites applications for a Research Technician III to work on an Office of Naval Research (ONR) funded project: Environmental Risk Factors Associated with Marine Mammal Health. The applicant will work closely with Dr. Tiong Aw to develop environmental sampling and sequencing protocols for bacterial and fungal pathogens, including antimicrobial-resistant pathogens, using a novel, portable long-read sequencing method.

The applicant will also assist in day-to-day lab operations while working on an independent research project.

The initial appointment will be made for a period of one year, with a possibility of extension for one additional year based on performance and availability of funding.

Responsibilities

• One year of directly related experience
• Solid analytical skills and attention to detail
• Excellent written and oral communication skills in English
• Excellent organizational skills
• Ability to multitask and prioritize work assignmentsAbility to work independently on projects under the supervision of the PI
• Ability to learn and perform basic cell culture and molecular techniques
• Ability to work cooperatively with colleagues and maintain good working relationships
• A valid state-issued driver's license

SPECIAL REQUIRED ABILITY FOR INCUMBENTS WHO HAVE CONTACT OR EXPOSURE TO ANIMALS OR ANIMAL TISSUES:

Ability to complete and pass successfully the required occupational health screening referenced in the University’s Animal Handler Health Surveillance Program on an annual basis.

REQUIRED BACKGROUND CHECK, PHYSICAL, AND DRUG SCREENING FOR INCUMBENTS WHO HAVE CONTACT OR EXPOSURE TO ANIMALS OR ANIMAL TISSUES:

Selected candidates must complete and pass a background check and an occupational health screening as a condition of employment. For identified jobs, a drug screening will also be required. The background investigation, required occupational health screening, and any required drug screening will be conducted after a conditional employment offer has been extended.

Qualifications

REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor’s degree

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Statistical analysis and R software experience.
• Proficient laboratory experience in the areas of environmental microbiology and biotechnology.

About Us

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Job Info

• Job Identification 2107
• Job Category Research
• Posting Date 10/14/2026, 05:21 PM
• Degree Level Bachelor's Degree
• Job Schedule Full time
• Locations New Orleans, LA, United States
• Legal Employer Tulane University
• Business Unit Tulane University