Research Technician II (Extended Temporary)(Part-Time)

Position Highlights

The Department of Biomedical Engineering seeks a Research Technician II to support the Jennifer Barton Laboratory in research and development activities, including assisting with building and testing tissue models and endoscopic devices. Duties will include acquiring images, performing basic analysis, documenting results, and supporting the preparation of standard operating procedures and communication of findings.

Extended Temporary Employment for 6 months with potential for extension

Outstanding U of A benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; U of A/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; retirement plans; access to U of A recreation and cultural activities; and more!

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Duties & Responsibilities

• Provides support in assembling medical imaging devices using optical components and biocompatible materials.
• Participates in the validation of device performance through functional testing.
• Assists in analyzing images to assess output and anatomical targets.
• Assist with building and testing synthetic tissue models by following written instructions and standard laboratory procedures.
• Check models for basic anatomical features and material flexibility and record observations as directed.
• Record findings from laboratory activities in reports.
• Support the development of standard operating procedures and help prepare parts lists and assembly guides.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs):

• Understanding of the anatomy of urinary and reproductive tracts.
• Experience building optical systems, including fiber optics, sensors, and light sources.

This job posting reflects the general nature and level of work expected of the selected candidate(s). It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. The institution reserves the right to amend or update this description as organizational priorities and institutional needs evolve.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or high school diploma equivalency is required.
• Minimum of 3 years of relevant experience, or equivalent combination of education and work experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with the anatomy of urinary and reproductive tracts.
• Experience building optical systems, including fiber optics, sensors, and light sources.

FLSA: Non-Exempt

Full Time/Part Time: Part Time

Number of Hours Worked per Week: 25

Job FTE: 0.625

Work Calendar: Fiscal

Job Category: Research

Benefits Eligible: Yes - Full Benefits

Rate of Pay: $16.50 - $20.63

Compensation Type: hourly rate

Grade 3

Career Stream and Level OC2

Job Family Research & Lab

Job Function Research

Type of criminal background check required: Name-based criminal background check (non-security sensitive)

Number of Vacancies: 1

Expected End Date: 10/25/2026

Contact Information for Candidates

Jennifer Barton | barton@arizona.edu

Open Until Filled: Yes

Documents Needed to Apply: Resume and Cover Letter