UTS-Temporary Research Technician at UNC Chapel Hill

University of North Carolina, United States

Updated: over 2 years ago
Location: Chapel Hill, NORTH CAROLINA
Job Type: FullTime
Deadline: 31 Dec 2021

Posting Information
Department HR UTS Partnership
Career Area Research Professionals
Posting Open Date 11/30/2021
Application Deadline 12/31/2021
Position Type Temporary Staff (SHRA)
Position Title UTS-Temporary Research Technician at UNC Chapel Hill
Position Number
Vacancy ID S018745
Full-time/Part-time Full-Time Temporary
Hours per week
Work Schedule
M-F 8am – 5pm some remote some onsite 
Position Location
Hiring Range 20.00
Proposed Start Date
Estimated Duration of Appointment 6 months not to exceed 11 months

Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit
n/a
Position Summary
 Duties of this position include but are not limited to:
Perform standard molecular biology wet lab protocols and techniques, such as:
-Cloning
-PCR
-Western blotting
-qRT-PCR
-next-generation sequencing library preparation
-flow cytometry
Perform sterile cell culture work, such as:
-cell freezing and thawing
-cell passaging 
-transfection and transduction for genetic manipulation 
Animal handling, such as:
-implanting tumors
-administering therapeutics
-maintaining the mouse colony
-mouse breeding
Routine recordkeeping of experiments, data analysis, and figure generation
Other duties as assigned
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements
 Bachelor’s of arts or science degree, or working towards completion of a bachelor’s degree. Previous experience in a laboratory is required. Knowledge of basic biological techniques and procedures; demonstrated ability to gather data and document procedures; demonstrated ability to plan work and coordinate multiple projects; demonstrated ability to communicate professionally both verbally and in writing. 
Required Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience
Knowledge – Technical: 
Working knowledge of basic molecular and cellular biology techniques. 
Ability to read scientific papers and textbooks to understand biologic principles and learn new techniques. 
Ability to plan out complicated experiments with assistance, including organizing needed tools reagents in advance, arrange timelines, and foresee likely hurdles that may arise and plan for strategies to overcome them.
Operations – Research Support:
Ability to support scientific research by assisting in experiments, procedures, and/or tests.
Ability to perform work that requires mental concentration, visual attention and extensive manipulative skills to comply with research protocol. 
Ability to follow instructions through a standard work process.
Ability to perform routine or repetitious tasks.
Ability to check work for accuracy before completion of tasks.
Data Collection: 
Ability to observe, monitor, collect, and record data in a lab notebook
Ability to critically evaluate the accuracy and validity of the data collected.
Laboratory/Subject Care: 
Ability to provide care for mice based on the research protocol, including maintaining optimal conditions to prevent disease and contamination.
Ability to experimentally manipulate mice according to the IACUC-approved research protocol.
Ability to work with animals in an ethical manner.
Communication: 
Communicates complex scientific concepts and data clearly, both verbally and written
Assists in the preparation of research findings and reports
Gathers necessary information and responds to inquiries as directed
Reports any communication issues/problems to the PI
Instruction: 
Ability to train others in experimental techniques and data analysis.
Ability to document steps needed to conduct experiments and interpret data.
Ability to review and maintain standard operations, procedures, and protocols.
Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience
Bachelor’s of arts or science degree, or working towards completion of a bachelor’s degree. Previous experience in a laboratory is required. Knowledge of basic biological techniques and procedures; demonstrated ability to gather data and document procedures; demonstrated ability to plan work and coordinate multiple projects; demonstrated ability to communicate professionally both verbally and in writing.
Special Physical/Mental Requirements
n/a
Campus Security Authority Responsibilities
Special Instructions
UNC-Chapel Hill and NC State University are collaborating to extend NC State’s internal temporary staffing function as a shared service for both institutions. Under this partnership, UTS provides exclusive temporary staffing services to UNC-Chapel Hill and NC State, employing candidates to work as temporary employees in a variety of jobs on both campuses. If interested, please apply here: https://jobs.ncsu.edu/postings/153560
Quick Link https://unc.peopleadmin.com/postings/216813
Temporary Employment Policies
http://hr.unc.edu/policies-procedures-systems/spa-employee-policies/temporary-employment/relevant-policy-information-for-temporary-employees/

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.
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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