Research Technician

University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, United States

Updated: 11 days ago
Location: Chapel Hill, NORTH CAROLINA
Job Type: PartTime
Deadline: 24 Apr 2024

Posting Information
Posting Information


Department ASOD Oral Craniofacial Hth Sci - 437600
Career Area Research Professionals
Posting Open Date 04/17/2024
Application Deadline 04/24/2024
Position Type Temporary Staff (SHRA)
Position Title Research Technician
Position Number 20018664
Vacancy ID S022997
Full-time/Part-time Part-Time Temporary
Hours per week 20
Work Schedule
Monday – Friday, 8:30am – 5:00pm
Position Location North Carolina, US
Hiring Range $13-$17/hour
Proposed Start Date
Estimated Duration of Appointment 6 months not to exceed 11 months

Position Information


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Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit
The UNC Adams School of Dentistry Division of Oral and Craniofacial Health Sciences is the home of the faculty heavily involved in research and/or teaching in the Foundational and Biomedical Sciences.
Position Summary
The Research Technician position will provide technical and experimental support to ongoing biomedical research programs including assisting the Principle Investigators with laboratory maintenance, execution of experiments (bench-work), and data analysis. This position involves standard wet-lab techniques and experiences with model organisms. Specific experiences will include, but may not be limited to, cell culture and related applications, molecular biology work, immunohistochemistry and imaging,
The successful applicant will exhibit attention to detail, professionalism, and a good work ethic. They must be well-organized, reliable, be able to follow detailed instructions and become proficient quickly. Finally, they must be comfortable with independent work and collaborating with other people, in a team and in patient-facing settings.
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements

Demonstrated possession of the competencies necessary to perform the work.
Required Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience
The successful applicant will exhibit attention to detail, professionalism, and a good work ethic. The applicant must also be well-organized, reliable, able to follow detailed instructions, have excellent record-keeping skills and quickly achieve proficiency. Also, comfortable collaborating with other people, in a multidisciplinary research team. Working knowledge of molecular biology, cell biology, and immunology.
Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience
Team oriented and lab experience preferred. Experience with standard wet-lab techniques including molecular techniques prefered.
Special Physical/Mental Requirements
Campus Security Authority Responsibilities

Not Applicable.
Special Instructions
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Equal Opportunity Employer Statement
The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, race, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or status as a protected veteran.

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