HS Research Tech

Overview

The University of New Mexico School of Medicine, Department of Cell Biology and Physiology is currently recruiting for a HS Research Tech 1. The Machin Lab investigates the impact of age- and diet-related changes on microvascular and vascular function and the role of the endothelial glycocalyx on vascular function.

• Perform basic in vivo and ex vivo vascular function outcomes in animals.
• Perform molecular biology assays (RNA isolation, qPCR, Western blotting, immunostaining).
• Maintain accurate experimental records and enter data into shared systems.
• Support lab organization, ordering, cleaning, and maintaining equipment.
• Manage laboratory safety procedures.

• For individual positions in which driving is a job requirement, a valid NM driver s license and valid UNM driver s permit will be required.
• Successful candidate must submit to post-offer, pre-employment physical examination and medical history check.
• Annual TB testing may be required if working in a patient care area.

High school diploma or GED; at least 1 year of directly related student practicum or equivalent experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified.

Completed degree(s) from an accredited institution that are above the minimum education requirement may be substituted for experience on a year for year basis.

• Bachelor s Degree in Biology, Biochemistry, Chemistry, Biomedical Sciences, or another biological or health-related field.
• Previous working experience in a research laboratory.
• Knowledge of scientific research methodology, lab, and chemical safety.
• Experience maintaining supply inventory and collecting and organizing research data.
• Willingness to work with cell culture and animal models.
• Experience in laboratory work including working with cell culture and/or animal models.
• High level of organization and attention to detail in documentation of research methodology, protocols, and procedures.
• Experience with data organization/analysis (i.e., Microsoft Excel, Graph Pad, SPSS) and storage systems.
• Experience with general cell culture experimental techniques.

Campus Health Sciences Center (HSC) - Albuquerque, NM;
Department Cell Biology (624A).

Employment Type:

Staff;
Staff Type:
Term - Full-Time;
Term End Date: 1 year from hire;
Status:
Non-Exempt;
Pay:
Hourly: $18.09 - $23.27.

Benefits:
This is a benefits-eligible position. The University of New Mexico provides a comprehensive package of benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance. Educational benefits through tuition remission and dependent education programs are available. See the Benefits home page for more information.

ERB Statement:
Eligible employees working greater than 0.25 FTE as determined by the New Mexico Education Retirement Act must make mandatory retirement contributions. For more information, review the Benefits Eligibility at a Glance grid.

Background Check

Required:

Yes.

For Best Consideration Date: 9/22/2025

Eligible for Remote Work:
No.

Only applications submitted through the official UNMJobs site will be accepted. If you are viewing this job advertisement on a third-party site, please visit UNMJobs to submit an application.

Please provide a resume/UNMJobs application, cover letter, and professional references.

Positions posted with a Staff Type of Regular or Term are eligible for the Veteran Preference Program. See the Veteran Preference Program webpage for additional details.

The University of New Mexico is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer; decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.

The University of New Mexico requires all regular staff positions to pass a pre-employment background check which may include criminal history, fingerprint screenings, verification of education credentials, and prior employment verification. For more information about background checks, visit the UNM policy pages.