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Lab Technician

Requisition ID: 2024-8430

of Openings: 1

Location: US-UT-Logan Category: Other Position Type: Non-benefited (hourly) Full-Time Job Classification: Non-Benefited College: College of Agriculture and Applied Sc Department: Animal Dairy and Veterinary Sciences Advertised Salary: Starting at $18.00 per hour

Overview Dr. Zhongde Wang's laboratory in the College of Agriculture and Applied Sciences at Utah State University has an opening for an hourly position for a Research Technician working as a team member with postdocs, graduate students and undergraduate students to conduct research focusing on developing genetically engineered animal models.

Responsibilities Working with research associates, postdocs, graduate students to conduct molecular/cellular biology, embryology, and genetic engineering research, including but not limited to:

• Laboratory animal (rodent) breeding, taking care of animals, including feeding animals, changing cages, breeding and weaning animals, and genotyping analysis
• Other types of animal handling, including surgeries, tissue collection, and post-surgical animal monitoring and care, and records management
• Culture and other in vitro manipulations of animal cells, oocytes, and embryos
• Help to maintain lab (monitoring and maintaining lab equipment, general lab chores)
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications Minimum Qualifications:

• Undergraduate or Master's degree in biology, Animal Sciences, or a related field
• Previous experience with breeding rodents and genotyping analysis
• Ability to plan and carry out complex laboratory procedures
• Reliable, self-motivated, hard-working, and detail-oriented

• Flexible with working schedules Preferred Qualifications:

• Passionate about the research in developing using animal models and care about the animals Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Strong troubleshooting skills, attention to detail and the ability to work in a team-oriented environment

• Ability to anticipate project needs and plan carefully to optimize resources necessary for successful project completion
• Communication skills sufficient to permit clear and effective exchange of information with people representing a wide diversity of disciplines
• Great team player

Required Documents Along with the online application, please attach:

• Resume to be uploaded at the beginning of your application in the Candidate Profile under "Resume/CV" Document size may not exceed 10 MB.

Advertised Salary Starting at $18.00 per hour

ADA This position requires moderate physical effort.  Employees must have sufficient strength to perform the duties and responsibilities of the position, including lifting up to 25 pounds, walking and standing.  Employees must adhere to safety precautions and may be required to use protective equipment.

University Highlights Founded in 1888, Utah State University is Utah's premier land-grant, public service university, with a strong commitment to excellence, access, and inclusion, empowering people to lead successful lives of involvement, innovation, and impact. Utah State provides high-quality education to 27,500-plus students locations... For full info follow application link.

USU recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting the university's academic mission of learning, discovery, and engagement. USU is an Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate in any of its programs and activities based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, genetic information, sexual orientation or gender identity/expression, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by University policy or local, state, or federal law (https://equity.usu.edu/non-discrimination).