Research Lab Tech I, Translational Neuroscience (dk)

Department: 85046 Wake Forest University Health Sciences - Academic Translational Neuroscience

Status:

Full time

Benefits Eligible:

Yes

Hou rs Per Week:

40

Schedule Details/Additional Information:

8am-5pm; required to work some weekends for animal care and to accommodate experiments

Pay Range:

$21.85 - $32.80

JOB SUMMARY

We are seeking a motivated Research Laboratory Technician 1 to join our research team. This role supports laboratory experiments, including rodent-based studies, while providing opportunities to develop hands-on skills. The ideal candidate will have some experience with animal handling and demonstrate a strong willingness to learn laboratory and surgical techniques, along with solid organizational and data management abilities.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist with handling rodents (mice and rats) for procedures such as injections, basic husbandry, and preparation for surgeries under supervision.
• Support surgical activities, including preparation of instruments and materials, with an opportunity to learn surgical techniques.
• Assist in the placement and maintenance of intravenous catheters and vascular access ports under guidance.
• Prepare drug solutions and assist with dosage calculations following established protocols.
• Help organize experiment schedules and collaborate with lab members to support workflow efficiency.
• Maintain accurate experimental records and assist with data entry and verification.
• Support lab operations, including stocking supplies, assisting with inventory, and helping maintain equipment.
• Assist with data collection and preliminary analysis using relevant software packages.
• Follow established protocols and safety standards to ensure compliance.
• Perform other duties as assigned in support of research activities.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Education: Associate's degree in Biotechnology or related scientific field of study; or, an equivalent combination of education and experience. Bachelor’s degree in Biological Sciences or a related field (or equivalent experience in research, pharmaceutical, or clinical laboratories) preferred.
• Technical Skills: Basic knowledge of rodent handling and general laboratory procedures; willingness and ability to learn surgical techniques.
• Soft Skills: Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
• Preferred: Exposure to data analysis software and familiarity with research compliance requirements.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Research laboratory environment
• Frequent exposure to diseases, medicinal preparations and other conditions common in a lab environment
• Must wear protective equipment (gloves, gowns/lab coats, eye protection, face protection)
• Exposure to glass and other breakable objects
• Exposure to animals

Our Commitment to You:

Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more – so you can live fully at and away from work, including:

Compensation

• Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training

• Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job

• Incentive pay for select positions

• Opportunity for annual increases based on performance

Benefits and more

• Paid Time Off programs

• Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability

• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses

• Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave

• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs

• Educational Assistance Program

Note: Eligibility for programs listed above may depend on your FTE or status (e.g., full-time, part-time, per diem, temporary, etc.); please ask a Recruiter for more information during an interview.

About Advocate Health

Advocate Health is the third-largest nonprofit, integrated health system in the United States, created from the combination of Advocate Aurora Health and Atrium Health. Providing care under the names Advocate Health Care in Illinois; Atrium Health in the Carolinas, Georgia and Alabama; and Aurora Health Care in Wisconsin, Advocate Health is a national leader in clinical innovation, health outcomes, consumer experience and value-based care. Headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, Advocate Health services nearly 6 million patients and is engaged in hundreds of clinical trials and research studies, with Wake Forest University School of Medicine serving as the academic core of the enterprise. It is nationally recognized for its expertise in cardiology, neurosciences, oncology, pediatrics and rehabilitation, as well as organ transplants, burn treatments and specialized musculoskeletal programs. Advocate Health employs 155,000 teammates across 69 hospitals and over 1,000 care locations, and offers one of the nation’s largest graduate medical education programs with over 2,000 residents and fellows across more than 200 programs. Committed to providing equitable care for all, Advocate Health provides more than $6 billion in annual community benefits.