Research Technologist II

Requisition Details

GENERAL REQUISITION INFORMATION

EEO Statement:

UNMC is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, including an equal opportunity employer of protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Location Omaha, NE

Requisition Number:  Department Pathology, Microbiology & Immunology  Business Unit College of Medicine Reg-Temp Full-Time Regular Work Schedule Monday-Friday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM Remote/Telecommuting No remote/telecommuting opportunity Position Summary

This position supports advanced laboratory research activities with a primary focus on next-generation sequencing (NGS) for the identification and characterization of viral and bacterial pathogens, independently performing complex laboratory procedures, including sample preparation, sequencing library construction, and operation of sequencing instrumentation. The position contributes to method development and optimization, performs preliminary data review, and supports implementation of new laboratory workflow that include maintaining laboratory operations, assisting with regulatory compliance and biosafety practices, managing laboratory inventory, and training new laboratory personnel.

This role requires the ability to work independently with minimal supervision and to apply technical judgment in the execution of laboratory protocols.

Position Details

Additional Information

Posting Category Research - Non Academic Working Title Research Technologist II Job Title Research Technologist L2 Salary Grade RA21S Appointment Type B1 - REG MGR PROF SALARY Salary Range $49,000 - $73,500/annual Job

Requisition Begin Date 02/26/2026 Application Review Date 03/09/2026 Review Date Information:

Initial application review will begin on the date provided in the field above. Applications received prior to this review date will be considered. Applications received after the review date may be considered.

Required and

Preferred Qualifications

Required

Education:

Bachelor's degree If any degree major/training is required, please specify the type. (

NOTE:

Concentration and minors are not equivalent to a major)

Scientific field

Required Experience 2 years If any experience is required, please specify what kind of experience:

Experience in a scientific research or clinical laboratory.

Required License No If yes, what is the required licensure/certification? Required Computer Applications:
Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Outlook Required Other Computer Applications:
Required Additional

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

* Ability to learn and follow directions.

* Ability to take the initiative to work independently.

* Knowledge of general biology and chemistry.

* Familiar with basic research lab procedures.

* General communication skills.

* Ability to travel overseas, specifically in Africa and Asia, including the securing and maintaining valid passport and travel visas as needed.

Preferred Education:

Master's degree or equivalent If any degree/training is preferred, please specify the type:

Biology, Biomedical Engineering, Biotechnology, Molecular Biology, or related scientific field

Preferred Experience:

* More than two years working in a scientific research or clinical laboratory.

* Molecular biology laboratory and experience

* Experience in Illumina and Oxford Nanopore Technologies sequencing.

Preferred License:
No If yes, what is the preferred licensure/certification?:
Preferred Computer Applications:
Microsoft Outlook, Not Applicable Preferred Other Computer Applications:
Python, Unix Preferred Additional

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

* Extensive knowledge of research methodology and techniques.

* Next-generation sequencing.

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