Temporary Research Technician

Position Information

The primary duties of the Technician position involve maintaining a clean and organized lab environment, performing equipment maintenance, ensuring safe operations of laboratory facilities in the department, assisting researchers in experimental plan execution, completing annual equipment inventory. This position may also assist PIs to supervise undergraduate and graduate student research and use of laboratory equipment. This individual will be responsible for ensuring the overall safety of the lab spaces, coordinating across groups to implement the lab safety plans and good laboratory practice while regularly interacting with faculty, staff, students, and departmental farm staff to maintain smooth operation of the laboratory. Primary responsibilities include lab inventory and supply maintenance, coordinating experiment calendars, feed orders, chemical and biohazard safety protocol implementation, and prepare lab safety protocols.

Wolfpack Perks and Benefits

As a Pack member, you belong here, and can enjoy exclusive perks designed to enhance your personal and professional well-being. As you consider this opportunity, we encourage you to review our Employee Value Proposition and learn more about what makes NC State the best place to learn and work for everyone. What we offer: Health Insurance for Temporary Employees, Enhance your career with LEAD courses, Attend non-revenue generating sporting events for free, Attain Work-life balance with our Childcare discounts, Wellness & Recreation Membership, and Wellness Programs that aim to build a thriving wolfpack community. Disclaimer: Perks and Benefit eligibility is based on Part-Time or Full-Time Employment status. Eligibility and Employer Sponsored Plans can be found within each of the links offered.

Requirements and Preferences

• Work Schedule: 40/hrs per week, some weekend work may be required
• Department Required Skills: Excellent written and verbal communication skills, Experience with experimental lab safety protocols, Familiarity with computer operating systems (Microsoft Office, Gmail), Experience handling poultry species
• Preferred Years Experience, Skills, Training, Education: At least 2 years working in a Poultry research setting, At least 2 years working experience in microbiology or related laboratory
• Required License or Certification: Valid driver’s license

Recruitment Details

Anticipated Hiring Range: $19.50-$21.50/hr