Research Technician

Position: Research Technician I
Fiscal Year  Position Title Research Technician I Classification Title Research Technician I Department Structural Biology Department Posting Number R260104 Posting Link https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). Employer Research Foundation Position Type RF Clerical/Technical Job Type Full-Time Appointment Term Salary Grade N.4

Posting Detail Information

Position Summary

The Paz Lab seeks a Research Technician. The successful candidate will join our team studying medically relevant transport proteins.

We are looking for a motivated applicant who focuses on the smallest details while still keeps the big picture in mind. The technician will be performing experiments related to membrane protein such as bacterial and cell culture, protein purification, biochemical characterization, as well as support general lab operation.

Duties include:

* Conduct experimental research on medically relevant membrane transport proteins

* Prepare and maintain bacterial cultures for protein expression

* Maintain detailed and accurate laboratory records

* Ensure compliance with laboratory safety protocols and proper handling of biological materials.

* Collaborate with team members while maintaining attention to detail and contributing to overall research goals.

Outstanding Benefits Package

Working at UB comes with benefits that exceed salary alone. There are personal rewards including comprehensive health and retirement plan options. We also focus on creating and sustaining a healthy mix of work, personal and academic pursuit - all in an effort to support your work-life effectiveness. We support your growth and development through our career coaching and training department and we qualify as a public service loan forgiveness organization.

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As an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer, the Research Foundation will not discriminate in its employment practices due to an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin and veteran or disability status.

Minimum Qualifications

* The candidate must hold a college degree in biochemistry or a related discipline.

* At least 1-year of lab experience.

Preferred Qualifications

* Preferred:

Experience with cell culture.

Our University Community Physical Demands Driving Requirements This position will never drive a university owned vehicle. Salary Range $34,000 - $44,000 Additional Salary Information The salary range reflects our good faith and reasonable estimate of the possible compensation at the time of posting, the role and associated responsibilities, and the experience, education, and training of the selected candidate. Work Hours

40

Campus Downtown Campus Posting Alerts Special Instructions Summary Is a background check required for this posting? No Background Check Notification

Contact Information

Contact's Name Saima Kamal Contact's Pronouns Contact's Title Personnel Transaction Specialist Contact's Email saimakam Contact's Phone

Posting Dates

Posted 07/13/2026 Deadline for applicants Open Until Filled Date to be filled

References

Number of references required 2 Reference Cutoff Date Instructions to Applicant