"Research Technician II (Part-Time)"

Research Technician II (Part-Time)

Company:
The University of Arizona

Job Location:
Tucson, 85724

Category:
Laboratory and Research

Type:
Adjunct/Part-Time

Posting Number: req24351

Department: Animal&Biomedical Sciences-Res

Location: Main Campus

Address: Tucson, AZ USA

Position Highlights

The School of Animal & Comparative Biomedical Sciences seeks applications for a Research Technician II. This is a 0.75 FTE position (equivalent to 30 hours/week) which will help support the microbiology teaching labs (both in-person and remote labs). The candidate will make media, clean glassware, set up and take down experiments. The candidate will operate an autoclave and industrial dishwasher in addition to other laboratory equipment. The classes run from 8am-5pm and we need support staff there before and after the class so the candidate may be asked to work outside of regular business hours including short periods of time over the weekends.

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

• Set up and coordinate laboratory experiments including equipment and supplies.
• Disassemble laboratory after experiments.
• Dispose used media, autoclave waste, and clean glassware.
• Prepare and assist in the preparation of media and reagents.
• Clean and organize lab spaces and restock supplies.
• Check, clean, make minor repairs, and calibrate small laboratory equipment.

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.
• Three years relevant experience, or equivalent combination of education and work experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• BS/BA in a field of biology or related field or Associates degree and relevant experience.
• Experience working with BSL-2 and/or CSL2 environments.

FLSA: Non-Exempt

Full Time/Part Time: Part Time

Number of Hours Worked per Week: 30

Job FTE: 0.75

Work Calendar: Fiscal

Job Category: Research

Benefits Eligible: Yes - Full Benefits

Rate of Pay: $16.50 - $20.63

Compensation Type: hourly rate

Grade
3

Compensation Guidance
The Rate of Pay Field represents the University of Arizona's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. The University considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, and internal equity.

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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

Contact Information for Candidates
Oya Yazgan
oyazgan@arizona.edu

Open Until Filled: Yes

Documents Needed to Apply: Resume and Cover Letter

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