Research Technician - Journey

Position Title Research Technician - Journey Job Details Location: Chapel Hill, NC Hours per week: 40 Work Schedule: Monday–Friday, 7:30 AM – 4:00 PM, with occasional overtime, weekends, and holidays Salary Range: $40,000 – $50,000 Position Summary The Laboratory Animal Technician is responsible for the daily care of research animals, including cage cleaning and sanitation, animal observation, handling and restraint, treatments, investigator support/communication, and facility maintenance. This position will work in the Gnotobiotics Core and will perform specialized techniques such as selecting and setting up breeders, weaning mice, gavage, IP injections, and ear punch. Emergency duties are required during adverse weather or other emergency situations. Weekend and holiday work is required occasionally on a rotating basis. Responsibilities Daily care of research animals: cage cleaning, sanitation, observation, handling, restraint, treatments, investigator support, and facility maintenance. Perform specialized techniques in the Gnotobiotics Core (breeders, weaning, gavage, IP injections, ear punch). Provide emergency care during adverse weather or other emergency situations. Qualifications High school diploma or equivalent. Animal technician training. Experience in a laboratory animal setting. Working knowledge of breeding, weaning, and record‑keeping. Certification by the American Association for Laboratory Animal Science (AALAS) at the ALAT level or higher strongly preferred. Physical / Mental Requirements Ability to move/lift 50 pounds with or without accommodation. Requires prolonged and/or repetitive reaching, bending, and twisting. Position / Schedule Requirements Exposure to Bloodborne Pathogens Exposure to Hazardous Materials Laboratory work Overtime occasionally Weekend work occasionally Benefits Full‑time employees receive a comprehensive benefits package, paid leave, and a variety of health, life, and retirement plans as well as additional programs that support a healthy work/life balance. Equal Opportunity Employer Statement The University is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes all to apply without regard to age, color, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. #J-18808-Ljbffr