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Purdue University

Research Technician, Associate

Pay: Not specified

Posted: 4 weeks ago

Location: West Lafayette, IN (Onsite)

Last Updated: 4 days ago

Hours: Full-Time

Expires: 10/11/2026

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What they do

A Research Technician provides technical support to a research program or project. Responsibilities typically include preparing laboratory materials, operating scientific equipment, performing experiments, collecting and recording data, and ensuring compliance with laboratory safety standards. Works in a variety of fields within science or the social sciences, in programs based at a university or research institution, or works on government or industry sponsored research projects. Conducts field or library research or recruits participants for a study; may also assist with legal research. These roles typically have training in laboratory techniques and may hold relevant degrees or certifications to applicable fields.

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Job Description

Job Summary The Research Technician, Associate is an entry-level position that builds skills in providing husbandry and care to a variety of laboratory animals listed on approved protocols including but not limited to rodents, rabbits, sheep, swine, horses, cows, and poultry in conventional, barrier, and barn housing. This position will learn and perform husbandry and health checks for all species on campus as well as any new species that arrive for future studies. Change cages/clean stalls, use specialized equipment (including rack washer, bulk autoclave, steam gun, skid steer). Work with animals exposed to biological/chemical radiation hazards, and prepare animal caging components for use in the animal facilities. Perform other cleaning and maintenance duties as necessary. Occasional euthanasia of rodents. This is a full-time staff position, not a student position.

What We're Looking For:

High School Diploma/GED Two or more years of animal care related experience Basic computer and data-entry skills Basic knowledge of animal care Attention to detail Ability to work in a team environment as well as independently Exhibit professional behavior in speaking with all staff (Purdue and non-Purdue interactions) Valid Driver's License Ability to work overtime and on weekend/holidays as required Ability to pull/push large heavy equipment; push/pull equipment up and down ramps; repetitive lifting/turning/bending/reaching (high and stretching low) Ability to be on fee and moving all day Ability to enter stalls or caging with large animals (cow/horse/sheep/pig) and work in the stall with the animals present Exhibit professional behavior in speaking with all staff (Purdue and non-Purdue interactions)

What We Want You To Know:

Purdue will not sponsor employment authorization for this position A background check is required for employment in this position

FLSA:

Non-Exempt (eligible for overtime)

Retirement Eligibility:

Non-Exempt Defined Contribution Plan Purdue University is an EO/EA University.