Classification Title
OPS Research Technician
Classification Minimum Requirements
BS in chemistry or biology with laboratory experience.
Job Description
A RESEARCH TECHNICIAN POSITION in neuroscience and microbiology 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-based assays. This
individual will contribute to multiple aspects of the collaboration, including microbial natural products
chemistry and zebrafish neuroscience.
Responsibilities will include contributing to zebrafish husbandry and preparation of in vivo assays (Strother
Lab); and also bacterial and fungal strain maintenance, cultivation, as well as extraction and sample
processing (Loesgen Lab). Detailed training in all processes and procedures will be provided.
Expected Salary
The position is temporary with funds available for 12 months, and compensation starting at $17/hr ($32,640
annually). Full-time (40h week) employment is preferred, but part-time may be an option. The Whitney Laboratory is committed to a supportive environment. Join the team!
Required Qualifications
A BS or MS in chemistry or biology or related disciplines with some laboratory experience is required.
Preferred
Additional experience in microbiology or animal husbandry is a plus.
Special Instructions To Applicants
Interested individuals should send a CV or resumé, and the names and contact information for 2-3 references
by email to Sandra Loesgen (sandra.loesgen@ufl.edu).
Application must be submitted by 11:55 pm (EST) of the closing date.
This is a time-limited position.
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