OPS Research Technician
University Of Florida, Saint Augustine, FL, United States
Job no:
539682
Work type:
Temp Full-Time
Location:
St. Johns
Categories:
Biology/Life Science, Grant or Research Administration
Department:
57130100 - WH-ADMINISTRATION
Classification Title
OPS Research Technician
Qualifications
A BS or MS in chemistry, biology, or related disciplines with some laboratory experience is required.
Job Description
A research technician position in microbiology, cell biology, and neuroscience is available in the laboratories of Profs. James Strother and Sandra Loesgen at the University of Florida’s Whitney Laboratory for Marine Bioscience, located in St. Augustine, Florida.
The technician will be part of an ongoing collaboration at the Whitney Lab that aims to develop novel pharmaceutical leads by identifying microbial metabolites with activity in zebrafish- and mammalian cell culture assays. This individual will contribute to multiple aspects of the collaboration, including microbial natural products chemistry, mammalian cell culture, and zebrafish neuroscience.
Responsibilities
Contribute to microbial strain maintenance and mammalian cell culture (Loesgen Lab 50%)
Contribute to zebrafish husbandry and preparation of in vivo assays (Strother Lab 50%)
Receive detailed training in all processes and procedures (provided)
Full‑time (40h week) employment preferred; part‑time may be an option
Compensation & Duration
Position is temporary with funds available for 12 months, starting at $17/hr ($32,640 annually).
Preferred Qualifications
Any experience in microbiology, cell biology, or animal husbandry is a plus.
Special Instructions to Applicants
Interested individuals should send a CV or resume, and the names and contact information for 2‑3 references. Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.
Advertised:
24 Apr 2026 Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close:
15 May 2026 Eastern Daylight Time
Health Assessment Required: No
The Whitney Laboratory is committed to a supportive environment, join the team!
The University of Florida is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.
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539682
Work type:
Temp Full-Time
Location:
St. Johns
Categories:
Biology/Life Science, Grant or Research Administration
Department:
57130100 - WH-ADMINISTRATION
Classification Title
OPS Research Technician
Qualifications
A BS or MS in chemistry, biology, or related disciplines with some laboratory experience is required.
Job Description
A research technician position in microbiology, cell biology, and neuroscience is available in the laboratories of Profs. James Strother and Sandra Loesgen at the University of Florida’s Whitney Laboratory for Marine Bioscience, located in St. Augustine, Florida.
The technician will be part of an ongoing collaboration at the Whitney Lab that aims to develop novel pharmaceutical leads by identifying microbial metabolites with activity in zebrafish- and mammalian cell culture assays. This individual will contribute to multiple aspects of the collaboration, including microbial natural products chemistry, mammalian cell culture, and zebrafish neuroscience.
Responsibilities
Contribute to microbial strain maintenance and mammalian cell culture (Loesgen Lab 50%)
Contribute to zebrafish husbandry and preparation of in vivo assays (Strother Lab 50%)
Receive detailed training in all processes and procedures (provided)
Full‑time (40h week) employment preferred; part‑time may be an option
Compensation & Duration
Position is temporary with funds available for 12 months, starting at $17/hr ($32,640 annually).
Preferred Qualifications
Any experience in microbiology, cell biology, or animal husbandry is a plus.
Special Instructions to Applicants
Interested individuals should send a CV or resume, and the names and contact information for 2‑3 references. Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.
Advertised:
24 Apr 2026 Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close:
15 May 2026 Eastern Daylight Time
Health Assessment Required: No
The Whitney Laboratory is committed to a supportive environment, join the team!
The University of Florida is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.
#J-18808-Ljbffr