Research Technician -Pharmacology

Job in Memphis, Shelby County, Tennessee, 38103, USA

Listing for: University of Tennessee

Full Time position
Listed on 2026-07-10

Job specializations:

Research/Development
Research Scientist, Medical Technologist & Lab Technician, Genetics / Genomics, Biomedical Science

Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 19.1 USD Hourly USD 19.10 HOUR

Position: Research Technician 2-Pharmacology

Job Description

Market Range: 05

Hiring Salary: $19.10/Hourly

THIS IS A GRANT-FUNDED POSITION FUNDED UNTIL AUGUST 1, 2029

JOB SUMMARY/

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

The Department of Pharmacology, Addiction Science, and Toxicology at the University of Tennessee Health Sciences is seeking a Research Technician 2 to support a major NIH-funded grant. The primary focus of this position is the application of advanced molecular technologies to support research on the neurobiological mechanisms of substance use disorders.

Responsibilities

Performs complex molecular biology procedures, including DNA and RNA extractions, Oxford Nanopore DNA sequencing (focusing on CpG methylation and direct RNA), and library preparation for single-nucleus RNA sequencing (snRNA-seq).

Perform brain dissections and tissue collection (nucleus accumbens, prefrontal cortex, and amygdala) to support multi-omics studies.

Manages the record-keeping and documentation.

Manages the rodent breeding colony.

Performs general laboratory maintenance.

Orders supplies.

Ensures the integrity of experimental data through meticulous adherence to protocols and detailed documentation.

Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

EDUCATION:

Bachelor's Degree in Neuroscience, Molecular Biology, or a related field. (TRANSCRIPT REQUIRED)

EXPERIENCE:

OR a combination of college coursework and work experience to equal four (4) years.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

Knowledge in molecular technology and genomic protocols.
Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail for record keeping.
Ability to work both independently and as part of a collaborative, multi-disciplinary team.

WORK SCHEDULE:

This position may occasionally be required to work weekends.