"Senior Research/Lab Technician (Part Time)"

Hiring Department

The University of Missouri School of Medicine Department of Neurology.

Job Description

The Department of Neurology is seeking a motivated, detail-oriented Senior Research / Lab Technician to support innovative research in our neuroscience laboratory. Our research focuses on understanding the role of sleep disorders in neurological conditions such as addiction, PTSD, and stroke. This position provides essential support for laboratory experiments, including transgenic animal colony management, surgical preparation and assistance, and molecular and histological analyses. The ideal candidate will be highly organized, collaborative, and committed to advancing the research mission of the laboratory.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage and maintain transgenic animal colonies, including breeding, genotyping, and recordkeeping.
• Prepare for and assist with surgical procedures, ensuring compliance with laboratory protocols and animal welfare standards.
• Conduct molecular biology techniques and histological analyses, including tissue preparation, staining, and imaging.
• Maintain laboratory equipment, inventories, and supply ordering to ensure smooth daily operations.
• Collect, record, and analyze experimental data with accuracy and attention to detail.
• Ensure compliance with institutional, federal, and ethical regulations governing animal research and laboratory safety.
• Collaborate with faculty, postdoctoral fellows, and students to support ongoing and future projects.

Additional Information:

This role offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to impactful neurology research addressing critical health challenges. The successful candidate will gain advanced technical experience and play a vital role in supporting the success of the laboratory’s projects.

Shift

Shift Type: M-F, Hours to be determined (Clinical) Office/Administrative Hours: No - Position will not have Office/Admin Hours Flexibility for Alternative Schedules: Yes

Minimum Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent and at least 2 years of experience from which comparable knowledge and skills can be acquired is necessary.

Preferred Qualifications

Education: Bachelors

Anticipated Hiring Range

Anticipated Hiring Range: $14.80 - $22.00 Grade: GGS-006 University Title: RESEARCH/LAB TECHNICIAN SR Internal applicants can determine their university title by accessing the Talent Profile tile in myHR.

Application Materials

In addition to filling out the online application please provide a resume.

Benefit Eligibility

This position is not eligible for University benefits. Individuals in non benefit eligible positions may choose to participate in the Tax Deferred Annuity Plan (403b). For information about this plan, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at https://www.umsystem.edu/totalrewards/benefits.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer. To request ADA accommodations, please call the Director of Accessibility and ADA at 573-884-7278.