Research Technician_Ren

The University of North Carolina; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established academic institution is seeking a dedicated laboratory technician to support research activities in a dynamic lab environment. This role involves maintaining lab equipment, conducting experiments, and documenting results meticulously. Ideal candidates will have a background in biology or a related field, along with hands-on experience in laboratory techniques such as PCR and cell culturing. Join a collaborative team where your contributions will enhance scientific research and innovation. If you are passionate about science and eager to make a difference, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Graduation from a credited college and two years of lab experience required.
• Experience in PCR and Gel electrophoresis preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain knowledge of research practices and organize lab activities.
• Document results accurately with minimal supervision.
• Conduct routine tests and assist with lab management.

Skills

Laboratory Work

PCR

Gel Electrophoresis

Cell Culturing

Fluorescence Microscopy

Protein Purification

Education

BS or MS in Biology or related field

Graduation from credited college

Job description

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

*Temporary staff employees are ineligible to receive benefits (leave, health coverage, State service credit, etc.). They are, however, covered by Worker's Compensation provisions.

However, any non-permanent employee hired to work 30 or more hours per week for three months or more (cumulative of all positions, and not designated as variable hour worker), must be offered the chance to enroll in the High Deductible Health Plan, within 30 days of their eligibility. Any non-permanent employee hired to work less than 30 hours per week (cumulative of all positions, or designated as variable hour worker - i.e. student workers) are measured during designated measurement periods. If they average 30 or more hours per week over a designated measurement period, they will be offered the chance to enroll in the High Deductible Health Plan, and will be notified of instructions.

*Special Notes Regarding Eligibility for the High Deductible Health Plan

• Temporary hourly workers (eligibility based on FTE, duration of more than 30 days) FTE .75+ (cumulative of all jobs) or measured full-time, offered the high deductible health insurance
• Temporary salaried workers (regardless of the FTE, duration of more than 30 days) Reported as full-time & offered the high deductible health insurance

Graduation from credited college and two years of experience in laboratory work; or an equivalent combination of training and experience.

Departmental Preferred Experience, Skills, Training/Education:

• BS or MS in Biology or related field, and three years of experience in a laboratory; or an equivalent combination of training and experience is desired, but not required.
• Experience with PCR, Gel electrophoresis is preferred.
• Experience with Bacterial/mammalian cell culturing or other sterile techniques is desired.
• Experience with fluorescence microscopy and cloning and basic sequence analysis is preferred.
• Experience with protein purification is a plus.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Maintain working knowledge of research practices and accepted protocols, and skills to organize an academic research lab.
• Properly and accurately document results with minimal supervision.
• Utilize skills and technical ability to perform tests, analyze results and calibrate measurement devices without assistance or correction. Use appropriate equipment, chemicals and research practices to accurately document results.
• Assist the supervisor with lab management.
• Utilize skills and experience to conduct routine tests, assist and follow lab procedures consistently.
• Maintain knowledge required to recognize abnormal results, identify outliers and report questionable data to the supervisor for resolution.
• Contribute to the upkeep of equipment by fixing small issues or notifying the supervisor for larger repairs.
• Maintain cell culture.

Other Work/Responsibilities:

• Set up and run tests and experiments.
• Contribute to receiving and logging of the labs supplies and consumables within an inventory.
• Collect, organize and record data and documents.
• Other duties, as assigned.

Proposed Hire Date: 02/01/2025

Expected Length of Assignment: 11 months

Posting Open Date: 12/09/2024

Posting Close Date: 01/31/2025

Special Notes to Applicants:

*Temporary staff employees are ineligible to receive benefits (leave, health coverage, State service credit, etc.). They are, however, covered by Worker’s Compensation provisions.

However, any non-permanent employee hired to work 30 or more hours per week for three months or more (cumulative of all positions, and not designated as variable hour worker), must be offered the chance to enroll in the High Deductible Health Plan, within 30 days of their eligibility. Any non-permanent employee hired to work less than 30 hours per week (cumulative of all positions, or designated as variable hour worker – i.e. student workers) are measured during designated measurement periods. If they average 30 or more hours per week over a designated measurement period, they will be offered the chance to enroll in the High Deductible Health Plan, and will be notified of instructions.

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * How did you hear about this employment opportunity?
  • UNC Charlotte Website
  • HERC Job Board
  • Inside Higher Education
  • Circa (formerly known as Local JobNetwork)
  • Another Website
  • Agency Referral
  • Advertisement/Publication
  • Personal Referral
  • Other
• Where did you learn about this posting?

  (Open Ended Question)

Required Documents:

• Contact Information for References
• Resume / Curriculum Vitae

Optional Documents:

• Cover Letter / Letter of Interest

9201 University City Blvd
Charlotte, NC 28223