Posting Information
Posting Information
Department | Neuroscience Center-428601 |
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Career Area | Research Professionals |
Is this an internal only recruitment? | No |
Posting Open Date | 05/21/2024 |
Application Deadline | 05/28/2024 |
Position Type | Permanent Staff (SHRA) |
Position Title | Research Technician - Journey |
Salary Grade Equivalent | GN06 |
Working Title | Research Technician |
Position Number | 20044867 |
Vacancy ID | P019118 |
Full-time/Part-time Permanent/Time-Limited | Full-Time Permanent |
If time-limited, estimated duration of appointment | |
Hours per week | 40 |
Work Schedule | 9a – 5p, Monday – Friday |
Work Location | Chapel Hill, NC |
Position Location | North Carolina, US |
Hiring Range | $41,600 - $45,760 |
Pay Band Information | To learn more about the pay band for this branch and role, please see the Career Banding rates spreadsheet . |
Position Summary Information
Be a Tar Heel! | A global higher education leader in innovative teaching, research and public service, the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill consistently ranks as one of the nation’s top public universities . Known for its beautiful campus, world-class medical care, commitment to the arts and top athletic programs, Carolina is an ideal place to teach, work and learn. One of the best college towns and best places to live in the United States, Chapel Hill has diverse social, cultural, recreation and professional opportunities that span the campus and community. University employees can choose from a wide range of professional training opportunities for career growth, skill development and lifelong learning and enjoy exclusive perks for numerous retail, restaurant and performing arts discounts, savings on local child care centers and special rates on select campus events. UNC-Chapel Hill offers full-time employees a comprehensive benefits package , paid leave, and a variety of health, life and retirement plans and additional programs that support a healthy work/life balance. |
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Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit | The UNC Neuroscience Center is an inter-departmental research center at the UNC-Chapel Hill School of Medicine. Our mission is to promote neuroscience research at UNC-Chapel Hill with an emphasis on developmental, genetic, and disease-related processes. |
Position Summary | Under supervision of the Principal Investigator, the research technician will be tasked with performing cellular and molecular biology experiments investigating the genetic basis of brain development. Please see our publications and descriptions of our research at steinlab.org. The majority of duties will involve daily culture, maintenance, expansion and differentiation of iPSC-derived cortical organoids which requires rigorous attention to detail, accurate record keeping, and consistent aseptic technique. The candidate will be required to maintain healthy and sterile cell-culture conditions and precisely quantify cell numbers during thawing, passaging, and freezing of cell-lines. Additional duties include preparing cell culture reagents and media, receiving, and documenting reagents, supplies, and equipment, complying with mandated safety protocols, disposal of chemical and biohazard waste, maintaining equipment in good working condition, and communicating results during lab meetings. Candidates will be encouraged to embrace opportunities to participate in other lab projects that may use cell-culture assays, molecular cloning, real-time PCR, immunocytochemistry, preparing libraries for massively parallel sequencing, preparing reagents, data analysis and interpretation, maintaining a database of experimental results, assisting the preparation of grant applications and publications, and providing general technical assistance to support ongoing research projects. |
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements | Demonstrated possession of the competencies necessary to perform the work. |
Required Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience | Demonstrated ability to manage mammalian cell culture. Demonstrated ability to execute planned experiments, analyze data, and present data. Strong organization skills required. |
Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience | Directly related experience in biology, cell biology, molecular biology, neuroscience, or genetics. |
Required Licenses/Certifications | |
Special Physical/Mental Requirements | |
Campus Security Authority Responsibilities | Not Applicable. |
Position/Schedule Requirements | Exposure to Bloodborne Pathogens, Laboratory |
Special Instructions | |
Quick Link | https://unc.peopleadmin.com/postings/281056 |
Contact Information
Office of Human Resources Contact Information | If you experience any problems accessing the system or have questions about the application process, please contact the Office of Human Resources at (919) 843-2300 or send an email to [email protected] Please note: The Office of Human Resources will not be able to provide specific updates regarding position or application status. |
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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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