Research Technician (TEMP)

Unleash YOUR Potential With Us

As a next-generation public research institute, we are an inclusive community of thinkers, doers, creators, innovators, healers, and leaders striving to shape the future and solve the world’s most challenging problems. No matter what your role is, when you join Knight Nation, you’ll play an integral role in pushing us forward to become among the most impactful universities in the country. You’ll be met with opportunities to connect and collaborate with uniquely talented faculty, staff, and students across 13 colleges and multiple campuses and regional locations. That means greater challenges to tackle, more meaningful opportunities to grow, and rewarding experiences that go beyond a paycheck. We’re seeking qualified, motivated individuals who will help UCF fulfill its mission in unleashing the potential of every individual, enriching the human experience through inclusion, discovery, and innovation; and propelling broad-based prosperity for the many communities we serve.

The Moreno Lab (College of Medicine):
The Moreno Lab is a welcoming, vibrant, and multidisciplinary environment. The lab is located at the College of Medicine of the University of Central Florida (Orlando). The city has an enviable quality of life and is only a short distance away from world-renowned theme parks and beaches.

The Opportunity:

The Moreno Lab is looking for a research assistant to complement our ongoing investigations into the emergence and evolution of bacterial pathogens. As a member of the laboratory team, this candidate will contribute to research focused on studying the immune responses to respiratory influenza virus infection, a global health concern. The long-term goal of this research is to improve vaccines against influenza and other respiratory pathogens. The ideal candidate is highly motivated, energetic, well-organized, and is able to work productively both independently and as part of a team.

UCF is seeking to fill multiple roles. Candidates for this job posting will be considered for additional vacancies in this department.

Responsibilities:

• Assist in the day-to-day operations of a biomedical laboratory.

• Perform and analyze results of laboratory techniques and assays.

• Maintain laboratory inventory

• Perform and/or oversee ordering, receiving, storage of reagents and consumables.

• Perform tasks necessary for basic lab activities and operations. These include but are not limited to EHS permits, MTAs, IACUC protocols, etc.

• Coordinate the acquisition, storage and quality control of samples, reagent inventory, and specific laboratory equipment.

• Animal colony maintenance and genotyping (PCR & Flow Cytometry)

• Participation in ongoing research that involves and modern molecular and immunological assays

Minimum Qualifications:

High School Diploma or equivalent.

Preferred Qualifications:

BS in disciplines related to microbiology or molecular biology.

People with lab experience in these disciplines will be strongly preferred.

Special Instructions to the Applicants:

Part-time or Full-Time positions available. If interested in applying, please include all the information below with your application to be considered.

• A cover letter describing your previous lab experience and/or reasons why you would like to join our team

• Your CV/resume

• Contact information of 2-3 people that can provide letters of recommendation on your behalf.

Please check our website for further information about the lab and our research program: vibriocholerae.org

UCF is seeking to fill multiple roles. Candidates for this job posting will be considered for additional vacancies in this department.

Are Benefits Important to You?

State Benefits eligibility for OPS employees are subject to criteria established by the State of Florida. The state’s benefits administrator, People First, determines eligibility and coordinates enrollment. If this position becomes eligible for state benefits the employee will be notified directly by People First.  OPS positions are not entitled to paid time off. 

Who Are We?

Founded in 1963 to fuel the region’s talent pipeline and support the growing U.S. space program, UCF is built to make a better future for our students and society. It’s one of the reasons U.S. News & World Report ranks UCF among the nation’s top 20 most innovative colleges, while Forbes, Kiplinger, and The Princeton Review rank us a best-value university. UCF is one of 14 universities nationwide designated as both a Hispanic-Serving Institution and a Research 1 university. With 13 colleges, including a fully accredited College of Medicine, UCF offers more than 220-degree programs between its main campus, downtown campus, hospitality campus, academic health sciences campus, and 11 UCF Connect centers located throughout the region. In addition, UCF extends its reach to communities in and beyond Central Florida by offering complete, online programs leading to bachelor's degrees, master's degrees, Ph.D.'s., certificates, and more.

Unless explicitly stated on the job posting, it is UCF’s expectation that an employee of UCF will reside in Florida as of the date the employment begins.

Additional Requirements related to Research Positions:

Pursuant to Florida State Statute 1010.35, prior to offering employment to certain individuals in research-related positions, UCF is required to conduct additional screening. Applicants subject to additional screening include any citizen of a foreign country who is not a permanent resident of the U.S., or who is a citizen or permanent resident but is affiliated with or has had at least 1 year of education, employment, or training in China, Cuba, Iran, Russia, North Korea, Syria, or Venezuela.

The additional screening requirements only apply to research-related positions, including, but not limited to faculty, graduate positions, individuals compensated by research grants or contract funds, post-doctoral positions, undergraduate positions, visiting assistant professors, and visiting research associates.

Department

College of Medicine (COM) - Burnett School of Biomedical Sciences Dean's Office - Operations - OPS

Hours of Work

Full time

Work Schedule

Varies between 8AM - 5PM; Special projects may require working outside of the work schedule.

Type of Appointment

Fixed Term (Fixed Term)

Hourly Rate

$18.00 to Negotiable

Job Posting End Date

Benefits Eligibility

State Benefits eligibility for OPS employees are subject to criteria established by the State of Florida. The state’s benefits administrator, People First, determines eligibility and coordinates enrollment. If this position becomes eligible for state benefits the employee will be notified directly by People First.  OPS positions are not entitled to paid time off.  

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

The University of Central Florida is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer including Disabled/Vets.  Click on UCF's Equal Opportunity Statement to view the President’s Statement.

The UCF affirmative action plans for qualified individuals with disabilities and protected Veterans are available for inspection in the Office of Institutional Equity, Monday through Friday, from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., upon request.

As a Florida public university, UCF makes all application materials and selection procedures available to the public upon request. 

The University of Central Florida is proud to be a smoke-free campus and an E-Verify employer.