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OPS Cell Biology Lab Technician

University of Florida
locationGainesville, FL, USA
PublishedPublished: 4/17/2026
Laboratory Technician
Full time
OPS Cell Biology Lab Technician

Job no: 539389
Work type: Temp Part-Time
Location: Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)
Categories: Biology/Life Science, Grant or Research Administration
Department:16900000 - LS-BIOLOGY

Classification Title:
OPS Cell Biology Lab Technician

Classification Minimum Requirements:
Bachelor's degree in biology or a related discipline

Job Description:
Our lab investigates the mechanisms underlying membrane-trafficking events-including endocytosis and autophagy-using state-of-the-art techniques such as human induced pluripotent stem cells, genome editing, and fluorescent live-cell imaging. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to contribute to ongoing projects, which may involve:

  • Maintaining, expanding, and quality-controlling cell lines
  • Optimizing cell-differentiation and genome-editing protocols
  • Performing DNA/RNA purification, cloning, and PCR

In addition, the technician will assist with day-to-day operations (e.g., preparing buffers, autoclaving media, and handling biomedical waste). Training will be provided on site; prior experience with mammalian cell culture is a strong plus.

Expected Salary:
$20-22 per hour, commensurate with qualifications and experience (0.8 FTE, 32 hours / week).

Required Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree (or higher) in biology or a related field
  • Minimum of 12 months of laboratory experience, preferably in cell-biology research
  • Self-motivated, hard-working, responsible, resilient, and capable of solving problems independently

Preferred:
  • Experience with mammalian cell culture
  • Experience with CRISPR-mediated genome editing

Special Instructions to Applicants:
For full consideration, submit your application online by clicking "Apply Now" at the top of this posting. A complete application includes:

  1. A letter of application (1-2 pages) summarizing your qualifications, interests, career goals, and suitability for the position
  2. A current curriculum vitae (CV)
  3. Names and contact information for 2-3 references

After an initial review, letters of recommendation may be requested from the references of selected candidates. The position will remain open until filled.

Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.

This is a time-limited position.

Health Assessment Required:No

Advertised: 02 Apr 2026 Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close: 30 Jun 2026 Eastern Daylight Time

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