Research Technician

The Department of Animal Science is the largest academic program in the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences and provides academic instruction to over 800 undergraduate students and 80 graduate students. The Department also is a leader in extension and engagement programs to farmers, allied industry and the public, and conducts internationally recognized research into the nutrition, genetic reproductive, health and well-being of domesticated animals.

This Research Technician position will perform daily research duties associated with projects in the fields of reproductive physiology and molecular biology. The technician will also be expected to complete laboratory experiments. The successful candidate for this position should possess extensive experience in managing laboratory mouse colonies, alongside some bench skills using molecular and cell culture techniques. This position will work with multiple professors, students and scientists; therefore, we seek someone who can maintain the team work, is cooperative, and time flexible.

Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

This is a time-limited position with an expected duration of up to 3 years, depending on funding availability.

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Other duties as assigned.

Demonstrated possession of the competencies necessary to perform the work.

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In addition to your application please submit a cover letter, resume, and the contact information for at least three professional references.

Please make sure that the work history listed on your resume is identical to the work history listed on your application.

If no applicants apply who meet the required competency level and training & experience requirements, then management may consider other applicants. Salary would be determined based on competencies, equity, budget, and market considerations.

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