OPS Research Technician

Job Description

Classification Title:

OPS - Research Technician

Classification Minimum Requirements:

High school diploma and 3 years of relevant experience or Bachelor's degree in a related field and at least 1 year of relevant experience.

Job Description:

Primary Responsibilities

Main duties will involve hands-on laboratory work, including:

• Mouse colony management (scheduled feeding, breeding, genotyping, and general animal care)
• Tissue harvesting
• Protein detection assays (western blots and immunofluorescence)
• Molecular cloning
• Histology
• Tissue culture

Additional Responsibilities

Essential to our lab's organization and operations, including:

• Maintaining clean and organized lab areas
• Managing ordering and supply inventories
• Creating and updating spreadsheets and other lab documents.

Expected Salary:

$17.00-$19.00 per hour based on experience and skills

Required Qualifications:

High school diploma and 3 years of relevant experience or Bachelor's degree in a related field and at least 1 year of relevant experience. Please ask references to comment on lab/research experience. Proficiency in Microsoft Office (specifically Word, Excel and PowerPoint) required. Requires strong attention to detail and the ability to follow instructions with a good work ethic.

Preferred:

Full-time work schedule preferred, but will consider a part-time work schedule. Experience in these techniques is highly desirable:

• Basic knowledge of genetics and cell biology
• Basic knowledge in molecular biological and histological procedures and techniques, including tissue sectioning, immunohistochemistry, and fluorescence microscopy, is appreciated
• A background in mouse husbandry and tissue dissections would be a plus.

Special Instructions to Applicants:

In order to be considered for this position, please upload your most recent C.V., cover letter of interest directly addressing the requirements, and three professional references.

Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.

This requisition has been extended. Previous applicants are still under consideration and need not apply.

Health Assessment Required:
Yes

Applications Close: 08 October 2026

To apply, visit https://explore.jobs.ufl.edu/en-us/job/541230

Our Commitment:
The University of Florida is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

Hiring is contingent on eligibility to work in the U.S. The University of Florida is a public institution and is subject to all requirements under Florida Sunshine and Public Record laws. If an accommodation due to a disability is needed to apply for this position, please call 352-392-2477 or the Florida Relay System at 800-955-8771 (TDD) or visit Accessibility at UF.