Temporary Laboratory Technician

Overview

The main function of the Biotechnology (BIT) laboratory technician is to assist our staff in preparing for weekly laboratory sessions. Our courses are described at (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). and strive to expose students to a variety of cutting-edge molecular biology tools including techniques for studying DNA, bacteria, proteins, viruses, and cell culture. This position offers a chance to transfer your student laboratory experiences into a fast paced, 40 hr/week molecular biology laboratory role, learning from talented people that have an impressive range of interests.

• Posting Number PG195718TM
• Position Number 11
  
  ASO
  3635
• Position Type Temporary
• Essential Job Duties The main function of the Biotechnology (BIT) laboratory technician is to assist our staff in preparing for weekly laboratory sessions. Our courses are described at  and strive to expose students to a variety of cutting-edge molecular biology tools including techniques for studying DNA, bacteria, proteins, viruses, and cell culture. This position offers a chance to transfer your student laboratory experiences into a fast paced, 40 hr/week molecular biology laboratory role, learning from talented people that have an impressive range of interests.

On a weekly basis, the candidate will:

• prepare, test & distribute reagents to be used in student laboratory exercises
• accurately record deliveries, then store them appropriately
• re-stock consumables in 6 laboratory spaces
• provide husbandry care for model organisms
• maintain standards of safety across all BIT laboratories

On several occasions across the semester, you may:

• provide hands-on assistance & instruction to students during laboratory sessions
• join staff at outreach programs that present science to the public
• update/author Lab Archives protocols used by students
• assist faculty with their personal research projects
• offer a fresh perspective about how BIT can elevate its performance

Is Time Limited No

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Job City & State Raleigh, NC

Department Biotechnology Program

Classification Title Temporary-Technical/Paraprofessional

Working Title Temporary Laboratory Technician

Position Information

Work Schedule 40/hrs per week, Monday-Friday 9am-5pm

Other Work/Responsibilities

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• Combination of training and experience required to perform the duties

• Experience with basic biotechnology laboratory experiments
• Experience with Google Workspace

• BA/BS in related scientific field
• Experience with bacterial culture, conventional plasmid cloning, and PCR

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Anticipated Hiring Range $18/hr

Job Open Date 01/15/2026

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