Laboratory/Research Technician

Toggle navigation Laboratory/Research Technician The University of Vermont is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other category legally protected by federal or state law. For information on safety and security at the University of Vermont, see the annual security report by clicking on the Clery Act button in the sidebar menu. Finalists for positions at UVM may be subject to a criminal background check. For classified staff positions, actual hiring pay dependent on current competitor market conditions, comparable campus peer(s) at time of hire, and candidate's experience level and length. Be sure to carefully review and update your application information before submitting an application! Position Details Position Details Advertising/Posting Title Laboratory/Research Technician Posting Summary This role will conduct laboratory experiments and provide general laboratory support in the field of cancer biology and DNA repair. Experiments are centered on using molecular biology techniques such as tissue culturing, gene/protein expression analysis, high throughput sequencing analysis, and other related methods. Plan and conduct day-to-day experiments under the direction of the laboratory supervisors. Perform general lab support to include preparation of solutions, glassware, and consumable plastics, inventory of supplies, and equipment maintenance. Minimum Qualifications (or equivalent combination of education and experience) Bachelor's degree in Biology, Biochemistry, Microbiology, Molecular Genetics, or related fields and one to three years of laboratory experience required. Commitment to diversity and inclusion required. Desirable Qualifications Additional training in tissue culturing molecular biology techniques including modifying cell lines using

CRISPR/CAS9

(either academic or industrial) is highly desirable. Experience in measuring mutation rates and generating spectra in model systems would be beneficial. Anticipated Pay Range $22.34-$24.62 Other Information Special Conditions A probationary period may be required, Contingent on continued funding, Occasional evening and/or weekends required (if non-exempt position, may result in overtime), This position is ineligible for telework due to the essential functions, Background Check required for this position FLSA Non-Exempt Union Position Yes, UVMSU Posting Details Position will be posted for a minimum of one week, after which it is subject to removal without notice. Job Location Burlington, Vermont, United States Job Open Date 05/21/2026 Job Close Date (Jobs close at 11:59 PM EST.) Open Until Filled No Our Common Ground Statement The University of Vermont is a welcoming, educationally purposeful community committed to creating an inclusive environment that embraces intellectual diversity and global perspectives. We seek to prepare students to be accountable leaders who will bring to their work a grasp of complexity, effective problem-solving and communication skills, and an enduring commitment to learning and ethical conduct. Members of the University of Vermont community embrace and advance the values of

Our Common Ground:

Respect, Integrity, Innovation, Openness, Justice, and Responsibility. Staff play a critical role in this effort and the successful candidate will demonstrate a strong commitment to UVM's mission and advancing Our Common Ground values through the execution of their job duties. Position Information Position Title Research Laboratory OC2 N Posting Number S6108PO Department COM Microbio & Molec Genetics/55120 Position Number 00026958 Percent of Full-Time 1.0 Standard Hours at 1.0 FTE 37.5 Term (months per year) 12 Supplemental Questions Please specify here where applicable. Enter "NA" if not applicable. (Open Ended Question) How did you hear about this employment opportunity? Chronicle of Higher Education HigherEdJobs Inside Higher Ed LinkedIn Seven Days UVM Employee (Please specify below) UVM Employment Web Site Vermont JobLink (Department of Labor) Other (Please specify below) Documents Needed to Apply Required Documents Resume Cover Letter/Letter of Application Optional Documents