Research Technician
About the Role
We are seeking a motivated and intellectually curious Research Technician to join two highly collaborative laboratories focused on fundamental cancer biology and cell signaling research at the University of Vermont Cancer Center. This position offers an outstanding opportunity for an early-career scientist to gain broad, hands-on experience in modern cancer research while working closely with faculty, trainees, and research staff in a dynamic and supportive environment.
The successful candidate will participate in a wide range of molecular, cellular, and biochemical experiments aimed at understanding the mechanisms that regulate cancer cell behavior and the tumor microenvironment. This role is ideal for candidates considering future graduate, medical, or research training, and provides substantial opportunities for scientific skill development, mentorship, and participation in cutting-edge cancer research.
Open to current UVM employees only. A probationary period may be required. Contingent on continued funding. Background check required for this position.
Responsibilities
- Mammalian cell culture
- Tumor spheroid assays
- Molecular and biochemical analyses
- Fluorescence microscopy and live-cell imaging
- Quantitative image analysis
- Contribute to experimental design and data analysis
- Protocol development
- Laboratory organization and general research operations across two interacting research groups
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in the biological or life sciences
- Experience with mammalian tissue culture, RT-qPCR, western blotting, fluorescence microscopy, and live-cell imaging
- Experience with tumor spheroids
- Image analysis including ImageJ coding for co-localization and fluorescence quantification
- Demonstrated ability to prioritize work, exercise sound judgment within established guidelines, and work effectively in a collaborative laboratory environment
Pay
$22.34/hr - $27/hour
Schedule
- Full-time (1.0 FTE)
- 37.5 standard hours per week
- 12-month term
Location
Burlington, Vermont, United States