Sign up menu

Research Technologist I

University of Nebraska Medical Center UNMC Omaha, NE
Apply EasyApply
Save share Share

Research Technologist I

GENERAL REQUISITION INFORMATION

EEO Statement:
UNMC is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, including an equal opportunity employer of protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
Location Omaha, NE
Requisition Number: Staff_14107
Department Pathology, Microbiology & Immunology 50000521
Business Unit College of Medicine
Reg-Temp Full-Time Regular
Work Schedule Monday-Friday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Remote/Telecommuting No remote/telecommuting opportunity
Position Summary
Under the direction of the laboratory investigator, the Research Technologist I will conduct experiments, manage research endeavors, and analyze results according to established protocols within a fast-paced laboratory dedicated to interactions between ticks, tick-borne pathogens, and human skin. Responsibilities include maintaining bacterial, cell culture, and tick stocks and colonies, executing experiments, interpreting, and organizing data, and offering recommendations crucial for project and lab success. The Research Technologist will also maintain general lab inventories and ordering and other duties as needed.
Position Details
Posting Category Research - Non Academic
Working Title Research Technologist I
Job Title Research Technologist L1
Salary Grade RA15S
Appointment Type B1 - REG MGR PROF SALARY
Salary Range $42,000 - $63,000/annual
Job Requisition Begin Date 07/28/2025
Application Review Date 07/31/2025
Review Date Information:
Initial application review will begin on the date provided in the field above. Applications received prior to this review date will be considered. Applications received after the review date may be considered.
Required and Preferred Qualifications

Required Education: Bachelor's degree
If any degree major/training is required, please specify the type. (NOTE: Concentration and minors are not equivalent to a major)
Scientific field
Required Experience No Experience
If any experience is required, please specify what kind of experience:
Required License No
If yes, what is the required licensure/certification?
Required Computer Applications: Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Outlook
Required Other Computer Applications:
Required Additional Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
  • Openness to receiving training in new technologies and computer software applications.
  • Possession of scientific and technical expertise relevant to the laboratory experiments.
  • Strong attention to detail, proficient math skills, and above average ability to maintain precise lab records and manage data effectively.
  • Willingness to adopt suggested technological advancements.
  • Capability to plan, organize, and coordinate personal work assignments.
  • Clear and effective communication with supervisors, professional colleagues, and students.
  • Ability to confront lab issues in a timely manner.
Preferred Education: Master's degree or equivalent
If any degree/training is preferred, please specify the type:
Biology, Biomedical Engineering, Biotechnology, Molecular Biology, or related scientific field
Preferred Experience:
  • One year or more years of experience in research laboratory environment with preference to experience in cell biology, microbiology, molecular biology, and/or vector biology related scientific field.
  • Specific experience laboratory techniques including cell culture, bacterial culturing and isolation, molecular biology (PCR, western blotting), microscopy, and/or tissue engineering.
Preferred License: No
If yes, what is the preferred licensure/certification?:
Preferred Computer Applications: Not Applicable
Preferred Other Computer Applications: GraphPad Prism, Scientific Analysis softwarre
Preferred Additional Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
  • A self-motivated and proactive individual with a positive outlook, strong organizational skills, effective at communication and possessing excellent work ethics.
  • Enjoys laboratory work and is particularly passionate about bacteria, ticks, human tissues, and molecular microbiology.
Email to a Friend https://unmc.peopleadmin.com/postings/93543

Requisition Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

  1. * Do you have a Bachelor's degree in a Scientific field?
    • Yes
    • No
  2. * Are you proficient in Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Microsoft PowerPoint and Microsoft Outlook?
    • Yes
    • No
  3. * How did you hear about this position?
    • Careerlink
    • Employee Referral
    • HERC
    • Indeed
    • Job Fair
    • Lincoln Journal Star
    • Linkedin
    • Omaha World Herald
    • UNMC Job Site
    • Facebook
    • NEWorks
    • Handshake
    • Other
  4. * If Other, please specify the source. Otherwise, indicate NA.

    (Open Ended Question)

  5. * Within the past 6 months, have you been affected by a reduction in force or grant funding expiration with the University of Nebraska Medical Center?
    • Yes
    • No

Applicant Documents

Required Documents
  1. Cover Letter
  2. Resume
Optional Documents
Instant Answers
providedProvided by company
Full-time Employee
Date Posted July 28, 2025
Requisition Staff_14107
Located In Omaha, NE
Job Type Full-time Employee
SOC Category 19-4021.00 Biological Technicians
Apply
header
arrow
University of Nebraska Medical Center UNMC
View More Jobs external
Charlie Job Questions? Ask Charlie