Research Technologist II

Location Location Omaha, NE Requisition Number: Requisition Number: Staff_14530 Department Business Unit Business Unit College of Medicine Reg-Temp Reg-Temp Full-Time Regular Work Schedule Work Schedule Monday-Friday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM Remote/Telecommuting Remote/Telecommuting No remote/telecommuting opportunity Position Summary This position supports advanced laboratory research activities with a primary focus on next-generation sequencing ( NGS ) for the identification and characterization of viral and bacterial pathogens, independently performing complex laboratory procedures, including sample preparation, sequencing library construction, and operation of sequencing instrumentation. The position contributes to method development and optimization, performs preliminary data review, and supports implementation of new laboratory workflow that include maintaining laboratory operations, assisting with regulatory compliance and biosafety practices, managing laboratory inventory, and training new laboratory personnel. This role requires the ability to work independently with minimal supervision and to apply technical judgment in the execution of laboratory protocols. Initial application review will begin on the date provided in the field above. Applications received prior to this review date will be considered. Applications received after the review date may be considered. Required and Preferred Qualifications Required Education: If any degree major/training is required, please specify the type. (NOTE: Concentration and minors are not equivalent to a major) Scientific field Required Experience Required Experience Required Experience 2 years If any experience is required, please specify what kind of experience: Experience in a scientific research or clinical laboratory. Required License Required License No If yes, what is the required licensure/certification? Required Computer Applications: Required Computer Applications: Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Outlook Required Other Computer Applications: Required Additional Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Ability to learn and follow directions. Ability to take the initiative to work independently. Knowledge of general biology and chemistry. Familiar with basic research lab procedures. Ability to travel overseas, specifically in Africa and Asia, including the securing and maintaining valid passport and travel visas as needed. Preferred Education: Preferred Education: Master's degree or equivalent If any degree/training is preferred, please specify the type: Biology, Biomedical Engineering, Biotechnology, Molecular Biology, or related scientific field Preferred Experience: More than two years working in a scientific research or clinical laboratory. Molecular biology laboratory and experience Experience in Illumina and Oxford Nanopore Technologies sequencing. Preferred License: Preferred License: No If yes, what is the preferred licensure/certification?: Preferred Computer Applications: Preferred Computer Applications: Not Applicable, Microsoft Outlook Preferred Other Computer Applications: Preferred Other Computer Applications: Python, Unix Preferred Additional Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Extensive knowledge of research methodology and techniques. Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*). * Do you have a Bachelor's degree in a Scientific field? Yes No * Do you have a minimum of two years experience in a scientific research or clinical laboratory? Yes No

• If you do have a minimum of two years experience in a scientific research or clinical laboratory, please elaborate (If No, indicate NA). (Open Ended Question)
• Are you proficient in Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Microsoft PowerPoint and Microsoft Outlook? Yes

No * How did you hear about this position? Careerlink Employee Referral HERC Indeed Job Fair Lincoln Journal Star Linkedin Omaha World Herald UNMC Job Site Facebook NEWorks Handshake Other

• If Other, please specify the source. Otherwise, indicate NA. (Open Ended Question)
• Within the past 6 months, have you been affected by a reduction in force or grant funding expiration with the University of Nebraska Medical Center? Yes

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