Research Technician, II

Research Technician, II

Job Summary

Research Technician, II

Perform various support tasks in assisting scientific research team
with the execution of tests and experiments. Set up, operate,
clean, and maintain lab instruments and equipment. Depending on
area of research, may prepare media, samples, solutions, specimens,
and/or reagents. Perform testing and monitoring. Gather and record
research data. Keep detailed logs of experiments. Maintain and
stock supplies. Mid-level support role. Completes routine tasks
under moderate supervision.

Requires at least 1 year of related experience.

This is an Intermediate Level position in the Support track.

Responsibilities

• Set up, operate, clean, and maintain lab instruments and

equipment.

• Assists scientific research team with the execution of tests

and experiments.

• Prepare media, samples, solutions, specimens, and/or

reagents.

• Perform testing and monitoring.
• Gather and record and log research data.

Minimum Qualifications

EQUIVALENCY STATEMENT: 1 year of higher education
can be substituted for 1 year of directly related work experience
(Example: bachelor's degree = 4 years of directly related work
experience).

Department may hire employee at one of the following job
levels:

Research Technician, II: Requires at least 1 year
of related experience.

Preferences

Preferred Qualifications

• Minimum of one year of experience in preclinical nuclear imaging

and theranostics research.

• Demonstrated experience with small-animal PET imaging, gamma

counting, autoradiography, and other preclinical imaging
techniques.

• Hands-on proficiency in working with rodent models (mice and

rats), including animal handling, tail vein injections, tumor
implantation procedures (subcutaneous and intraperitoneal),
necropsy, tissue collection, and biodistribution studies.

• Experience handling, processing, and disposing of radioactive

materials in compliance with institutional and regulatory safety
requirements.

• Familiarity with radiochemistry procedures, including preparation

and execution of radiolabeling protocols and related laboratory
procedures.

• Ability to maintain accurate experimental records, collect and

analyze research data, and follow established laboratory
protocols.

• Experience supporting laboratory operations, including inventory

management, ordering supplies, maintaining laboratory
documentation, and assisting with regulatory compliance
activities.

• Ability to contribute to research activities through preparation

of reports, manuscripts, grant applications, and related
documentation.

• Strong organizational, communication, and teamwork skills, with

the ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary research
environment.

• Willingness to work flexible hours as required to accommodate

radioactive isotope production, handling schedules, imaging
studies, and isotope decay timelines.

Preferred (Highly Desirable) Qualifications

• Previous experience in molecular imaging, nuclear medicine,

radiopharmaceutical development, or theranostics research.

• Experience with image analysis software and quantitative analysis

of preclinical imaging data.

• Knowledge of radiation safety regulations and small-animal

research compliance requirements.

Special Instructions

Requisition Number: PRN46667B

Full Time or Part Time? Full Time

Work Schedule Summary:

Department: 00283 - Molecular Pharmaceutics

Location: Campus

Pay Rate Range: $10.92 to $25.06

Close Date: 11/12/2026

Open Until Filled:

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