Lab Research Technician

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Provide operational oversight and perform complex laboratory and technical functions including experiments involving PCR , immunofluorescence, and confocal microscopy, in support of a Pharmacology research laboratory. Primary responsibility for the animal colonies including breeding, genotyping, ordering, and import/export of various multi-strain transgenic and conventional models. Maintain, and adapt animal colonies for ongoing funded research projects, train and assist researchers on using animal colonies.

Serve as laboratory safety officer and IACUC compliance and operations lab liaison. Ensure all aspects of the laboratory function in an efficient, safe, and productive manner.

Minimum Qualifications (or equivalent combination of education and experience)

Bachelor’s degree in biology, chemistry, biochemistry, pharmacology, neuroscience, animal sciences, or related science and three or more years related laboratory experience using PCR and other molecular biology techniques and mammalian cell culture required. Experience maintaining animal colonies and performing animal model genetic testing, immunohistochemistry required. Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate, collaborate with others, and work under moderate supervision required. Effective written and oral communication and interpersonal skills, proficiency with technology to include word processing, spreadsheets, and web-based functions, and ability to adapt to changing situations of multiple, concurrent projects and to adjust priorities accordingly required.

Ability to work independently, in a timely fashion, and with precision and accuracy required. Compliance and IACUC experience.

Desirable Qualifications

Familiarity with UVMClick software

Anticipated Pay Range

Anticipated Pay Range $23-$26/hour

Other Information

Special Conditions

Special Conditions A probationary period may be required, Contingent on continued funding, This position is ineligible for telework due to the essential functions, Background Check required for this position

FLSA

FLSA Non-Exempt

Union Position

Union Position Yes, UVMSU

Position will be posted for a minimum of one week, after which it is subject to removal without notice.

Job Location

Job Open Date

Job Open Date 11/20/2025

Job Close Date (Jobs close at 11:59 PM EST.)

Open Until Filled No

The University of Vermont is a welcoming, educationally purposeful community committed to creating an inclusive environment that embraces intellectual diversity and global perspectives. We seek to prepare students to be accountable leaders who will bring to their work a grasp of complexity, effective problem-solving and communication skills, and an enduring commitment to learning and ethical conduct. Members of the University of Vermont community embrace and advance the values of Our Common Ground:
Respect, Integrity, Innovation, Openness, Justice, and Responsibility. Staff play a critical role in this effort and the successful candidate will demonstrate a strong commitment to UVM’s mission and advancing Our Common Ground values through the execution of their job duties.

Position Information

Position Title

Position Title Research Laboratory OC2 N

Posting Number

Posting Number S5831PO

Department

Department Pharmacology/55130

Position Number

Position Number

Percent of Full-Time

Percent of Full-Time 1.0

Standard Hours at 1.0 FTE

Standard Hours at 1.0 FTE 37.5

Term (months per year)

Term (months per year) 12

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