Research Technician

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We are seeking a motivated and intellectually curious Research Technician to join two highly collaborative laboratories focused on fundamental cancer biology and cell signaling research at the University of Vermont Cancer Center. This position offers an outstanding opportunity for an early-career scientist to gain broad, hands‑on experience in modern cancer research while working closely with faculty, trainees, and research staff in a dynamic and supportive environment.

The successful candidate will participate in a wide range of molecular, cellular, and biochemical experiments aimed at understanding the mechanisms that regulate cancer cell behavior and the tumor microenvironment. Responsibilities will include mammalian cell culture, tumor spheroid assays, molecular and biochemical analyses, fluorescence microscopy, live‑cell imaging, and quantitative image analysis. The technician will also contribute to experimental design, data analysis, protocol development, laboratory organization, and general research operations across two interacting research groups.

This role is ideal for candidates considering future graduate, medical, or research training, and provides substantial opportunities for scientific skill development, mentorship, and participation in cutting‑edge cancer research. Successful applicants should possess strong organizational skills, attention to detail, intellectual engagement, and enthusiasm for collaborative team science.

Minimum qualifications include a Bachelor’s degree in the biological or life sciences and experience with mammalian tissue culture, RT‑qPCR, western blotting, fluorescence microscopy, live‑cell imaging, and image analysis software such as Image

J.

Education and experience equivalent to:
Bachelor’s degree in the biological/life sciences. Experience with mammalian tissue culture, tumor spheroids, RT‑qPCR, western blot analysis, fluorescent microscopy, and live cell imaging. Image analysis including Image J coding for co‑localization and fluorescence quantification. Demonstrated ability to prioritize work, exercise sound judgment within established guidelines, and work effectively in a collaborative laboratory environment.

Anticipated Pay Range $22.34/hr - $27/hour

Special Conditions Open to current UVM employees only , A probationary period may be required, Contingent on continued funding, Background Check required for this position

FLSA Non-Exempt

Union Position Yes, UVMSU

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

Job Open Date 08/07/2027

Job Close Date (Jobs close at 11:59 PM EST.) 08/14/2026

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 Title Research Laboratory OC2 N

Posting Number S6254PO

Department Biomedical and Health Sci/56030

Position Number

Percent of Full-Time 1.0

Standard Hours at 1.0 FTE 37.5

Term (months per year) 12

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