Research Technician (Ahmed Lab) Position Available In Orange, North Carolina

Research Technician (Ahmed Lab) 4.0 4.0 out of 5 stars Chapel Hill, NC 27599 Posting Information Department Genetics – 423501 Career Area Research Professionals Posting Open Date 04/01/2025 Application Deadline 04/08/2025 Position Type Temporary Staff (SHRA) Position Title Research Technician (Ahmed Lab) Position Number 20069984 Vacancy

ID S024997

Full-time/Part-time Part-Time Temporary Hours per week 25 Work Schedule Monday – Friday; Times may vary for part-time Position Location North Carolina, US Hiring Range $19.00 – $22.00/per hour Proposed Start Date 05/26/2025 Estimated Duration of Appointment 6 months not to exceed 11 months Position Information Be a Tar Heel! A global higher education leader in innovative teaching, research and public service, the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill consistently ranks as one of the nation’s top public universities . Known for its beautiful campus, world-class medical care, commitment to the arts and top athletic programs, Carolina is an ideal place to teach, work and learn. One of the best college towns and best places to live in the United States, Chapel Hill has diverse social, cultural, recreation and professional opportunities that span the campus and community. University employees can choose from a wide range of professional training opportunities for career growth, skill development and lifelong learning and enjoy exclusive perks that include numerous retail and restaurant discounts, savings on local child care centers and special rates for performing arts events. Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit The UNC School of Medicine has a rich tradition of excellence and care. Our mission is to improve the health and wellbeing of North Carolinians, and others whom we serve. We accomplish this by providing leadership and excellence in the interrelated areas of patient care, education, and research. We strive to promote faculty, staff, and learner development in a diverse, respectful environment where our colleagues demonstrate professionalism, enhance learning, and create personal and professional sustainability. We optimize our partnership with the UNC Health System through close collaboration and commitment to service.

OUR VISION

Our vision is to be the nation’s leading public school of medicine. We are ranked 2nd in primary care education among all US schools of medicine and 5th among public peers in NIH research funding. Our Allied Health Department is home to five top-ranked divisions, and we are home to 18 top-ranked clinical and basic science departments in NIH research funding.

OUR MISSION

Our mission is to improve the health and well-being of North Carolinians and others whom we serve. We accomplish this by providing leadership and excellence in the interrelated areas of patient care, education, and research.

Patient Care:

We will promote health and provide superb clinical care while maintaining our strong tradition of reaching underserved populations and reducing health disparities across North Carolina and beyond.

Education:

We will prepare tomorrow’s health care professionals and biomedical researchers by facilitating learning within innovative curricula and team-oriented interprofessional education. We will cultivate outstanding teaching and research faculty, and we will recruit outstanding students and trainees from highly diverse backgrounds to create a socially responsible, highly skilled workforce.

Research:

We will develop and support a rich array of outstanding health sciences research programs, centers, and resources. We will provide infrastructure and opportunities for collaboration among disciplines throughout and beyond our University to support outstanding research. We will foster programs in the areas of basic, translational, mechanistic, and population research. Position Summary UNC Genetics Department laboratory is seeking a part time Research Technician with experience in scientific or microscopy projects. This could be someone with a Biology, Chemistry or Computer Science undergraduate degree who may have had exposure to molecular biology, genetics, working with C. elegans nematodes or microscopy through either a project or courses. This position is ideally suited for an individual who would be comfortable working on a research project that uses microscopy and genetics are combined to study a scientific problem. Minimum Education and Experience Requirements Demonstrated possession of the competencies necessary to perform the work. Required Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience Research lab experience Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience Exposure to molecular biology, genetics, working with C. elegans nematodes or microscopy research projects Special Physical/Mental Requirements Campus Security Authority Responsibilities Not Applicable.