Research Technician II

Posting Details

Position Information


Fiscal Year
2026-2027


Position Title
Research Technician II


Classification Title
Research Technician II


Department
Department of Oral Biology


Posting Number
R260172


Posting Link




Employer
Research Foundation


Position Type
RF Clerical/Technical


Job Type
Full-Time


Appointment Term

Salary Grade
N.6

Posting Detail Information


Position Summary


Seeking a candidate to serve as a Research Technician II in the Department of Oral Biology. Projects in Dr. Visser's research group focus on microbial pathogenesis and interactions of oral bacteria with host cells. The selected candidate will carry out experiments as required. Duties will also include being responsible for day-to-day laboratory operations; such as routine maintenance, organizing and ordering supplies and record keeping. Simultaneous performance of more than one procedure may be required.

Methods used may include:

• Bacterial culture
• Molecular biology techniques such as DNA/RNA extraction and PCR
• Mammalian tissue culture
• Microscopy Imaging
• Immunological techniques such as Western Blot and ELISAs
• Animal handling and cell isolation

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Minimum Qualifications

• Associate's degree in life science or Biology
• 3 years of experience working in a research laboratory
• Ability to work independently as well as in a team environment, with strong interpersonal and organizational skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in life science or biology
• Experience with animal handling

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Physical Demands

Driving Requirements
Driving is not a required duty for this position. Employees who choose to operate university vehicles for business purposes must be enrolled in the LENS program to verify a valid Class D driver's license.


Salary Range
$39,000 - $45,000


Additional Salary Information
The salary range reflects our good faith and reasonable estimate of the possible compensation at the time of posting, the role and associated responsibilities, and the experience, education, and training of the selected candidate.


Work Hours


37.5

Campus
South Campus


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Special Instructions Summary

Is a background check required for this posting?
Yes


Background Check Notification
For non-internal applicants: a selected candidate will have to complete and pass a background check prior to appointment.

Contact Information


Contact's Name
Michelle Kay


Contact's Pronouns

Contact's Title
Associate Professor


Contact's Email
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Contact's Phone
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Posting Dates


Posted
10/20/2026


Deadline for applicants
Open Until Filled


Date to be filled
11/05/2026

References


Number of references required
3


Reference Cutoff Date

Instructions to Applicant