University of South Florida Libraries ยท 20 hours ago
Research Technician
Florida, United States
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
$18.21/hr - $22.25/hr
3+ years expThe University of South Florida Libraries is seeking a Research Technician to support research projects through technical laboratory duties and basic data analysis. The role involves performing specific analytical laboratory procedures, data recording, and producing graphs and charts for publication.
Higher Education
Responsibilities
Perform and maintain cell culture under sterile conditions (primary and immortalized cell lines)
Conduct cell-based assays, including viability, proliferation, and cytokine measurement assays
Process patient blood samples for downstream analysis (e.g., isolation of plasma, PBMCs, and serum)
Assist with experimental setup, data collection, and basic analysis
Prepare reagents, maintain detailed lab records, and ensure compliance with laboratory safety standards
Support general laboratory organization, inventory, and equipment maintenance
Perform standard laboratory procedures such as radioisotope labeling, slide preparation with staining, and assays for protein, RNA, DNA, or other cellular components
Care for laboratory animals, including preparation for surgery and post-operative care
Order laboratory equipment, calibrate instruments, and prepare equipment for use
Monitor and guide student assistants
Prepare graphs, charts, and tables from experimental results for presentations and publications
Perform other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
This position requires a high school diploma or equivalent and three years of laboratory or research experience
College coursework in a natural or physical science may be substituted for the required experience on a year for year basis
Preferred
Experience with blood or tissue sample processing
Experience with cell culture
Familiarity with ELISA, PCR, and/or flow cytometry techniques
Prior work in an academic or hospital research setting
Benefits
Medical, dental and life insurance plans
Retirement plan options
Employee and dependent tuition programs
Generous leave
Hundreds of employee perks and discounts
Company
University of South Florida Libraries
The University of South Florida Libraries accelerate learning and knowledge production through distinctive collections, information service innovation, and thought leadership.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageCompany data provided by crunchbase