Research Technician I (Part-Time) (ETE)

Research Technician I (Part-Time) (ETE)

Posting Number
req26157

Department
Pharmacology and Toxicology

Department Website Link

Location
Tucson Campus

Address
Tucson, AZ USA

Position Highlights

The R. Ken Coit College of Pharmacy is inviting qualified applicants to apply for the part-time position of Research Technician I in the lab of Dr. Abhijit Date in the Department of Pharmacology and Toxicology. Dr. Date's research lab focuses on the development of drug-based ionic liquids, self-assembling polymers and nanomedicines for the treatment of infectious diseases and various cancers. The Research Technician hired into this role will work closely with research scientists, postdoctoral fellows and graduate students on various projects involving the synthesis of ionic liquids, polymer-drug conjugates and nanoparticles.

This is an Extended Temporary Employment (ETE) position.

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Outstanding U of A benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; U of A/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; retirement plans; access to U of A recreation and cultural activities; and more!

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Duties & Responsibilities

• Assist with the synthesis and characterization of drug-based ionic liquids following established laboratory protocols.
• Support laboratory analysis of drug compounds using analytical techniques such as HPLC, fluorescence spectroscopy, and other standard laboratory instrumentation.
• With guidance from postdoctoral fellows and senior laboratory staff, assist in the preparation and development of nanosuspensions and nanoemulsions for research purposes.
• Assist with ex-vivo permeability studies using ocular and skin tissues under the direction of senior research staff and established laboratory procedures.
• Assist team with general lab maintenance included ordering supplies and shipping/receiving materials from collaborating labs.
• Assist with basic training of laboratory personnel and helping maintain laboratory equipment and supplies.
• Assist with processing and organizing research data using graphing software such as Prism, Origin, and similar programs to support data analysis and presentation.

This job posting reflects the general nature and level of work expected of the selected candidate(s). It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. The institution reserves the right to amend or update this description as organizational priorities and institutional needs evolve.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or high school diploma equivalency is required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in pharmaceutical or biomedical related disciplines is preferred.
• At least 1 year laboratory research experience in the development of ionic liquid is preferred.
• Experience in studying the drug permeation using pig skin and/or human skin is preferred.
• Experience in Prism and MS Excel preferred.
• Prior experience in the synthesis and characterization of drug delivery systems including ionic liquids and nanoparticles.
• Prior experience in the ex vivo permeation of drugs through pig skin.

FLSA
Non-Exempt

Full Time/Part Time
Part Time

Number of Hours Worked per Week
32

Job FTE
0.8

Work Calendar
Fiscal

Job Category
Research

Benefits Eligible
Yes - Full Benefits

Rate of Pay
$15.00 - $18.75

Compensation Type
hourly rate

Grade
2

Compensation Guidance
The Rate of Pay Field represents the University of Arizona's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. The University considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, and internal equity.


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Career Stream and Level
OC1

Job Family
Research & Lab

Job Function
Research

Type of criminal background check required:
Name-based criminal background check (non-security sensitive)

Number of Vacancies
1

Target Hire Date

Expected End Date
12/1/2026

Contact Information for Candidates
Abhijit Date | View email address on click.appcast.io

Open Date
6/2/2026

Open Until Filled
Yes

Documents Needed to Apply
Resume and Cover Letter

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