Research Technician I - Sarver Heart Center (COM-T)

Research Technician I - Sarver Heart Center (COM-T)

Posting Number
req24672

Department
Sarver Heart Center

Department Website Link
https://heart.arizona.edu/

Location
University of Arizona Health Sciences

Address
Tucson, AZ USA

Position Highlights

Conducts and supports laboratory or field research by setting up and conducting experiments in lab. Develops, adapts, and builds equipment, procedures, and techniques to fit specific experiment requirements. Operates, maintains, and troubleshoots equipment, instruments, and apparatuses.

Outstanding U of A benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; U of A/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; retirement plans; access to U of A recreation and cultural activities; and more!
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Duties & Responsibilities

• Conduct scientific research. This includes learning techniques such as: protein assay, immunohistochemistry, and cell culture with downstream analysis. Attend weekly lab meeting to present project updates.
• Participate in development of scientific projects, grant writing, and manuscript writing and preparation. Develop scientific figures for projects. Stay up to date with literature. Attend and partake in local seminars and conferences.
• Lab maintenance, including Mopping/sweeping, Decontamination, Refill disinfectant, Cleaning lab supplies.

This job posting reflects the general nature and level of work expected of the selected candidate(s). It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. The institution reserves the right to amend or update this description as organizational priorities and institutional needs evolve.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or high school diploma equivalency is required.

Preferred Qualifications

FLSA
Non-Exempt

Full Time/Part Time
Full Time

Number of Hours Worked per Week
40

Job FTE
1.0

Work Calendar
Fiscal

Job Category
Research

Benefits Eligible
Yes - Full Benefits

Rate of Pay
$16.50 - $18.75

Compensation Type
hourly rate

Grade
2

Compensation Guidance
The Rate of Pay Field represents the University of Arizona's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. The University considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, and internal equity.

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Career Stream and Level
OC1

Job Family
Research & Lab

Job Function
Research

Type of criminal background check required:
Name-based criminal background check (non-security sensitive)

Number of Vacancies
1

Target Hire Date

Expected End Date
7/31/2026

Contact Information for Candidates
Gerry Flores | gflores007@arizona.edu

Open Date
12/3/2025

Open Until Filled
Yes

Documents Needed to Apply
Resume and Cover Letter

Special Instructions to Applicant

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