OPS Research Technician Position Available In St. Johns, Florida
Tallo's Job Summary: The OPS Research Technician position at the University of Florida's Whitney Laboratory for Marine Bioscience involves working in neuroscience and microbiology labs. Responsibilities include zebrafish husbandry, in vivo assays, and microbial natural products chemistry. The temporary role offers $17/hr ($32,640 annually) for 12 months. A BS or MS in chemistry or biology is required, with laboratory experience preferred. Contact Sandra Loesgen (sandra.loesgen@ufl.edu) to apply.
Job Description
OPS Research Technician Apply now (https://secure.dc4.pageuppeople.com/apply/674/gateway/default.aspx?c=apply&lJobID=535965&lJobSourceTypeID=796&sLanguage=en-us) Job no: 535965 Work type:
Temp Full-Time Location:
St.
Johns Categories:
Biology/Life Science, Grant or Research Administration Department:
57130100 –
WH-ADMINISTRATION Classification Title:
OPS Research Technician Classification Minimum Requirements:
BS in chemistry or biology with laboratory experience.
Job Description:
A RESEARCH TECHNICIAN POSITION
in neuroscience and microbiology is available in the laboratories of Profs. James Strother and Sandra Loesgen at the University of Florida’s Whitney Laboratory for Marine Bioscience, located in St. Augustine, Florida. The technician will be part of an ongoing collaboration at the Whitney Lab that aims to develop novel pharmaceutical leads by identifying microbial metabolites with activity in zebrafish-based assays. This individual will contribute to multiple aspects of the collaboration, including microbial natural products chemistry and zebrafish neuroscience. Responsibilities will include contributing to zebrafish husbandry and preparation of in vivo assays (Strother Lab); and also bacterial and fungal strain maintenance, cultivation, as well as extraction and sample processing (Loesgen Lab). Detailed training in all processes and procedures will be provided.
Expected Salary:
The position is temporary with funds available for 12 months, and compensation starting at $17/hr ($32,640 annually). Full-time (40h week) employment is preferred, but part-time may be an option. The Whitney Laboratory is committed to a supportive environment. Join the team!
Required Qualifications:
A BS or MS in chemistry or biology or related disciplines with some laboratory experience is required.
Preferred:
Additional experience in microbiology or animal husbandry is a plus. Special Instructions to
Applicants:
Interested individuals should send a CV or resumé, and the names and contact information for 2-3 references by email to Sandra Loesgen (sandra.loesgen@ufl.edu). Application must be submitted by 11:55 pm (EST) of the closing date. This is a time-limited position.
Health Assessment Required:
No Advertised:
23 May 2025 Eastern Daylight Time Applications close: 03 Jul 2025 Eastern Daylight Time
