Temporary Research Technician - Kannapolis, NC

NC State University; Kannapolis (NC); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free games access

Childcare discounts

Wellness membership

Wellness programs

Job summary

NC State University in Kannapolis, NC, is seeking a Temporary Research Technician to support the Human Performance Laboratory. The role focuses on participant recruitment, scheduling, exercise testing, and data collection within a collaborative research environment.

You will assist with fitness classes, collect and process biological samples, and help maintain lab equipment while adhering to safety and study protocols.

Qualifications

• Experience in conducting biochemistry lab assays would be beneficial when conducting research studies.
• Must be a team player and able to work a flexible schedule based on study needs.
• Must be familiar with Microsoft Office Suite or similar software

Responsibilities

• Recruit and schedule participants.
• Conduct exercise and fitness assessments.
• Assist with fitness classes.
• Collect and process biological samples.
• Maintain laboratory equipment.
• Ensure quality control during data collection and sample processing.

Skills

Biochemistry lab assays

Team player

Flexible schedule

Education

Undergraduate degree in biology, exercise science or physiology, nutrition, biochemistry, molecular biology, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Temporary Research Technician - Kannapolis, NC

Throughout the research calendar, certain phases of each study cycle require increased hands-on involvement and collaboration from the entire research team. These periods may include participant recruitment, assessment visits, training sessions, and other research-related activities.

This position supports the daily operations of the Human Performance Laboratory located at the North Carolina Research Campus in Kannapolis, NC, while responding to the varying operational demands of ongoing research studies.

The Research Technician plays an essential role in supporting clinical research and community-based fitness testing by performing specialized laboratory and exercise testing procedures. Key responsibilities include participant recruitment and scheduling, conducting exercise and fitness assessments, assisting with fitness classes, collecting and processing biological samples, maintaining laboratory equipment, and ensuring quality control and accuracy throughout data collection and sample processing.

The position requires close collaboration with research staff, flexibility to accommodate study schedules and operational needs, and strict adherence to established research protocols, laboratory procedures, and environmental health and safety policies. Work Schedule: Monday-Friday. Variable schedule, with working hours shifting between morning and afternoon coverage to align with the active phase of the study.

Is Time Limited

Is Time Limited No

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• Attend non-revenue generating sporting events for free.

Attain Work-life balance with our Childcare discounts , Wellness & Recreation Membership , and Wellness Programs that aim to build a thriving wolfpack community.

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Department Information

Job City & State

Job City & State Kannapolis, NC

Department

Department Kannapolis Research

System Information

Classification Title

Working Title

Working Title Temporary Research Technician - Kannapolis, NC

Position Information

Requirements and Preferences

Work Schedule

Work Schedule Variable, up to 20/hrs per week

Other Work/Responsibilities

• n/a
• Combination of training and experience required to perform the duties

Department Required Skills

• Experience in conducting biochemistry lab assays would be beneficial when conducting research studies
• Must be a team player and able to work a flexible schedule based on study needs
• Must be familiar with Microsoft Office Suite or similar software

Preferred Years Experience, Skills, Training, Education

• An undergraduate degree in biology, exercise science or physiology, nutrition, biochemistry, molecular biology, or related field
• Ability to perform and/or assist with specialized research procedures in the Human Performance and/or Biochemistry labs
• Ability to perform body composition, cardiorespiratory fitness, and muscle strength testing independently
• Ability to assist in subject recruitment and scheduling or subject testing
• Willing and/or able to handle human samples of blood, urine, fecal matter, and saliva for lab assays such as ELISA , HPL -C, and plate assays. Data/Information Collection
  • Ability to ensure quality control during data collection in the Human Performance and/or Exercise Science Biochemistry labs
  • Ability to organize and prepare data for analyses
• Lab/Subject Care:
  • Ability to comply with all Environmental Health and Safety policies
  • Must be able to independently use lab equipment such as treadmills, cycle ergometers, and metabolic equipment as well as Biochemistry lab equipment
  • Ability to coordinate Human Subject testing

NC State University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal opportunities for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, and veteran status. The University encourages all qualified applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities, to apply. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact 919-513-0574 to speak with a representative of the Office of Equal Opportunity.

If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at [phone] or [e-mail] .

Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit.

NC State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• How did you learn of this opportunity?
  • NCSU Website
  • Job Alert (automated email from our system)
  • NCSU Executive Search Services
  • Monster.com
  • CareerBuilder.com
  • InsideHigherEd.com
  • HigherEdJobs.com
  • Other Online Job Board
  • Carolina Job Finder / Employment Guide
  • Job / Career Fair
  • The Chronicle of Higher Education
  • Professional Journal
  • Print Advertisement (Newspaper / Periodical)
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  • Professional Organization
  • Higher Education Recruitment Consortium (HERC)
  • Direct Contact from NCSU HR Representative / Recruiter
  • NCSU Employee Referral
  • Social Media (LinkedIn, Twitter, Facebook, Other)
  • Other
• If you learned about this vacancy from "other source" or "other website", please provide the source.

  (Open Ended Question)

• * Do you have the combination of training and experience required to perform the duties and responsibilities of the position?
  • Yes
  • No
• Do you possess an undergraduate degree in biology, exercise science or physiology, nutrition, biochemistry, molecular biology, or related field?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Do you have experience conducting biochemistry lab assays?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Are you a collaborative team player who is willing and able to work a flexible schedule to accommodate the varying operational demands of the research studies?
  • Yes
  • No
• Are you able to perform and/or assist with specialized research procedures in the Human Performance and/or Biochemistry labs?
  • Yes
  • No
• Are you able to perform body composition, cardiorespiratory fitness, and muscle strength testing independently?
  • Yes
  • No
• Are you willing and/or able to handle human samples of blood, urine, fecal matter, and saliva for lab assays such as ELISA, HPL-C, and plate assays?
  • Yes
  • No
• Do you possess the ability to independently use lab equipment such as treadmills, cycle ergometers, and metabolic equipment as well as Biochemistry lab equipment?
  • Yes
  • No

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NC STATE UNIVERSITY
RALEIGH, NC 27695
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