Temp Research Lab Technician - Molecular Biology & Cancer

University-of-Louisville; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

The Nail Laboratory at University of Louisville is seeking a Laboratory Technician to support research on environmental metals and carcinogenesis. This temporary role runs from 2026-11-09 to 2028-11-07 and includes cell culture, DNA/RNA work, SOPs and record-keeping, and collaboration with a multidisciplinary team.

Responsibilities cover lab organization, safety, data collection and analysis, method development, and assisting with core facilities and publications.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Biology, Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Toxicology, or related field.
• Experience with molecular biology techniques and basic cell culture.
• Strong analytical, quantitative, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate daily laboratory operations and ensure safety compliance.
• Maintain mammalian cell cultures and perform DNA/RNA work and related assays.
• Develop and maintain SOPs, records, and sample inventories.
• Assist with budgeting, purchasing, and inventory management.

Skills

Laboratory techniques

Data analysis

Budgeting

Education

Bachelor's degree in Biology or related

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Scientific data analysis software

Job description

The Nail Laboratory at University of Louisville is seeking a Laboratory Technician to support research on environmental metals and carcinogenesis. This temporary role runs from 2026-11-09 to 2028-11-07 and includes cell culture, DNA/RNA work, SOPs and record-keeping, and collaboration with a multidisciplinary team.

Responsibilities cover lab organization, safety, data collection and analysis, method development, and assisting with core facilities and publications.