Laboratory Technician, Neuroscience

University of Memphis Career Opportunities

Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field and experience working with laboratory animals.

Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time.

Special Conditions

Work Schedule

Monday-Friday, specific hours will be discussed at time of hire but should not exceed 20 hours per week.

Posting Date

Posting Date 11/11/2025

Closing Date

Closing Date 11/17/2025

Hiring Range

Hiring Range $22.50 - $25.00 per hour

Full-Time/Part-Time

Full-Time/Part-Time Part-Time:
Benefits Ineligible

Working Conditions

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to handle, or feel; and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to walk. The employee is occasionally required to stand; reach with hands and arms; and stoop, kneel, or crouch. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision.

Additional Working Conditions

Special Instructions to Applicants

All applications must be submitted online phis.edu.

Applicants must complete all applicable sections of the online application to be considered for a position. Please upload a cover letter, resume, and reference list after completing your application, if required by the system.

Candidates who are called for an interview must notify the Department of Human Resources in writing of any reasonable accommodation needed prior to the date of the interview.

Is this posting for UofM employees only? No

Positions Supervised

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of laboratory animal handling procedures and safety protocols.
• Ability to maintain detail records for data collection
• Ability to maintain prompt and regular attendance

Additional Position Information

This is a part-time temporary position. Must be comfortable handling laboratory animals.

Benefits of Employment (Applies to full-time, non-police employees only)

Job Duties

Duties & Responsibilities

• Assists with neuroscience research studies to include laboratory animals
• Responsible for routine lab duties including ordering reagents
• Maintain detailed records of animal genotypes and breeding

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