OPS Aquatic Laboratory Technician

Job No: 540115

Work Type: Part Time

Location: Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)

Categories: Biology/Life Science, Veterinary Medicine/Animal Care

Department:  - VM-INFECT DISEASE & IMMUNOLOGY

OPS Aquatic Laboratory Technician

Responsibilities will include performing nucleic acid purification and PCR, preparing buffers and solutions, assisting in molecular diagnostics, experimental setup and data collection, conducting routine laboratory maintenance and organization, and assisting with general lab tasks, such as ordering supplies and restocking inventory. The ideal candidate will have experience in molecular biology techniques, laboratory safety, aseptic techniques, and an interest in aquatic animal disease research and diagnostics.

The position is temporary (up to 20 hours per week) and compensates between $16/hr and $18/hr.

$16.00 - $18.00 per hour

• At least 18 years old
• High school diploma or equivalent

• Experience in fish husbandry
• Knowledge of molecular biology techniques
• Laboratory safety
• Aseptic techniques
• Interest in aquatic animal disease research

Send a CV or resume and the names and contact information for 2-3 references by email to Dr. Kuttichantran Subramaniam at kuttichantran.

Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. ET of the posting end date. This is a time-limited position.

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03 July 2026

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