Research Technician at University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill in chapel hill, North Carolina

Posted in Other 10 days ago.





Job Description:

Department:

Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine-412013


Career Area:

Research Professionals


Is this an internal only recruitment?:

No


Posting Open Date :

12/10/2024


Application Deadline:

12/24/2024


Position Type:

Permanent Staff (SHRA)


Position Title:

Research Technician - Journey


Salary Grade Equivalent:

GN06


Working Title:

Research Technician


Position Number:

20047389


Vacancy ID:

P019936


Full-time/Part-time Permanent/Time-Limited:

Full-Time Time-Limited


If time-limited, estimated duration of appointment:

1 year


Hours per week:

40


Work Schedule:

Monday- Friday, 8:00am - 5:00pm; on-site


Work Location:

Chapel Hill, NC


Position Location:

North Carolina, US


Hiring Range:

$35,809 - $49,202


Pay Band Information:

To learn more about the pay band for this branch and role, please see
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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
for numerous retail, restaurant and performing arts discounts, savings on local child care centers and special rates on select campus events. UNC-Chapel Hill offers full-time employees a
comprehensive benefits package
, paid leave, and a variety of health, life and retirement plans and additional programs that support a healthy work/life balance.


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:

This position is for a highly motivated and energetic Research Lab Technician in a lab within the Division of Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine in the Department of Pediatrics. The lab is devoted to the cellular and molecular mechanisms involved in the development of necrotizing enterocolitis (NEC), which affects premature infants. This position assists with the technical aspects of studies including performing experiments, handling mice, utilizing human samples, as well as documentation and preparation of materials for study and analysis.


Minimum Education and Experience Requirements:

Demonstrated possession of the competencies necessary to perform the work.


Required Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience:

Clear verbal and written skills to communicate with laboratory staff and investigators. Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain complete and organized records/reports. Working knowledge of computer software and general lab equipment.


Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience:

Preference will be given to candidates who have experience working in a laboratory environment with potential exposure to biological, chemical and radioactive hazards. Demonstrated ability to initiate actions and solve problems using sound judgment is preferred. Ideal candidate will be physically able to wear protective equipment and provide standard care and experimental care to research animals.


Campus Security Authority Responsibilities:

Not Applicable.


Position/Schedule Requirements:

Laboratory


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