Position Details

Advertising/Posting Title Research Laboratory Technician Senior

Diversity Statement The University is especially interested in candidates who can contribute to the diversity and excellence of the institution. Applicants are encouraged to include in their cover letter information about how they will further this goal.

Posting Summary

Participate as a highly-skilled technical team member of a large, clinical research lab to develop new specialized assays and experiments, assist in performing statistical analysis of data, assist in preparation of manuscripts, train and functional supervision of other staff, graduate students, collaborators outside of UVM with minimal supervision from the Principal Investigators and Lab Coordinator. Perform independently at a high level to develop and optimize new procedures and evaluate commercially available assays. Serve as a key resource for internal and external staff and investigators regarding research laboratory assays and research techniques and procedures utilized at the LCBR .

Minimum Qualifications (or equivalent combination of education and experience)

A Bachelor’s degree in Biochemistry, Medical Technology, Biology or related field and three years experience and knowledge of hematology/coagulation assays, ELISAs, and Quality Control procedures required. Experience with Good Lab Practice regulations and BioSafety Level II regulations required. Attention to detail is required.

Desirable Qualifications

Experience with monitoring quality control and quality assurance in a research and/or clinical lab highly desirable. Clinical laboratory experience highly desirable. Proficiency with MS Excel and SPSS software highly desirable.

Anticipated Pay Range $26.00 to $30.00/hour. Actual hiring pay dependent on comparable campus peer(s) at time of hire, and candidate’s experience level and length.

Other Information

Special Conditions Bargaining unit position, External candidates must complete a 4-month probationary period, Contingent on continued funding, Occasional evening and/or weekends required (if non-exempt position, may result in overtime), A probationary period may be required for current UVM employees, Background Check required for this position

FLSA Non-Exempt

Union Position Yes, UVMSU ($20 minimum hourly rate)

Posting Details

Position will be posted for a minimum of one week, after which it is subject to removal without notice.

Job Open Date 04/23/2024

Job Close Date (Jobs close at 11:59 PM EST.)

Open Until Filled Yes

Position Information

Position Title Lab/Research Technician Sr

Posting Number S5020PO

Department Pathology&Laboratory Medicine/55650

Position Number 015262

Employee FTE 1.0

Employee Term 12

Supplemental Questions

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Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents

• Resume

  Optional Documents

• Cover Letter/Letter of Application