Laboratory Research Technician

About the role

The Laboratory Research Technician will provide technical, organizational, and analytical support to a translational research laboratory investigating how effector memory T cells activate glial cells in the brain to cause tissue damage, and how this process can be modulated for neuroprotection and remyelination. Work with animal models as well as advanced in vitro platforms to uncover fundamental mechanisms of neurodegeneration.

Responsibilities

• Work with animal models as well as advanced in vitro platforms to uncover fundamental mechanisms of neurodegeneration.
• Affix cell culture, molecular assays, imaging, and data analysis while helping to troubleshoot experiments.
• Support undergraduate researchers, perform general laboratory maintenance, and advance the lab’s broader scientific goals.

Requirements

• Prior experience with sterile work, DNA isolation, pipetting (including low volume down to 0.1 microliter), preparing solutions and reagents, keeping a laboratory notebook (both paper and electronic), and following laboratory protocols and procedures.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office/Excel and statistical analysis software including the R-package.
• Ability to work in teams, troubleshoot problems, and to function independently when performing basic tasks.

Desirable Qualifications

• Prior experience supervising and mentoring undergraduate students in a laboratory setting.
• Prior experience with electronic medial record system Epic for purposes of human patient specimen collection linkage.
• Effective verbal and writing skills.

Pay

Anticipated Pay Range: $22.34/hr - $25.00/hr

Schedule

Standard Hours at 1.0 FTE: 37.5%

Benefits

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Application Instructions

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Other Information

• Special Conditions: A probationary period may be required, contingent on continued funding, occasional evening and/or weekends required (if non-exempt position, may result in overtime), this position is ineligible for telework due to the essential functions, background check required for this position, FLSA Non-Exempt, Union Position: Yes, UVMSU
• Job Location: Burlington, Vermont, United States
• Job Open Date: 07/14/2026
• Job Close Date (Jobs close at 11:59 PM EST.): Open Until Filled No

Our Common Ground Statement

The University of Vermont is a welcoming, educationally purposeful community committed to creating an inclusive environment that embraces intellectual diversity and global perspectives. We seek to prepare students to be accountable leaders who will bring to their work a grasp of complexity, effective problem-solving and communication skills, and an enduring commitment to learning and ethical conduct. Members of the University of Vermont community embrace and advance the values of Our Common Ground: Respect, Integrity, Innovation, Openness, Justice, and Responsibility. Staff play a critical role in this effort and the successful candidate will demonstrate a strong commitment to UVM’s mission and advancing Our Common Ground values through the execution of their job duties.

Position Information

• Position Title: Research Laboratory OC2 N
• Posting Number: S6211PO
• Department: Neurological Sciences/55800
• Position Number: 00027929
• Percent of Full-Time: 1.0
• Standard Hours at 1.0 FTE: 37.5
• Term (months per year): 12

Posting Details

• Position will be posted for a minimum of one week, after which it is subject to removal without notice.
• Job Location: Burlington, Vermont, United States
• Job Open Date: 07/14/2026
• Job Close Date (Jobs close at 11:59 PM EST.): Open Until Filled No

Position Title

Research Laboratory OC2 N

Posting Number

S6211PO

Department

Neurological Sciences/55800

Position Number

00027929

Percent of Full-Time

1.0

Standard Hours at 1.0 FTE

37.5

Term (months per year)

12

Documents Needed to Apply

• Required Documents: Resume, Cover Letter/Letter of Application
• Optional Documents: Curriculum Vitae