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Research Technician - Journey

East Carolina University

$34,320 - $52,998

United States, North Carolina, Greenville

May 21, 2025

Position Details

Position Information

Job Title	Research Technician - Journey
Position Number	400533
Vacancy Open to	All Candidates
Time-Limited	Yes
Department Homepage	https://pharmacology-toxicology.ecu.edu/
Advertising Department	PHARMACOLOGY &TOXICOLOGY
Division	ECU Health/BSOM
Classification Title	12501 Research Technician
Competency Level	2 - Journey
Working Title	Research Technician
Number of Vacancies	1
Full Time Equivalent (FTE)	1.0
Full Time or Part Time	Full Time
Recruitment Range	$34,320 - $52,998
Anticipated Hiring Range	$34,320 - $40,000
Salary Grade Equivalency	GN06
Work Schedule	M-F
Work Hours	8-5
Position Location (City)	Greenville
Job Category	Staff - Medical
Organizational Unit Overview	ECU is in Greenville, a city of 90,000 residents in the coastal region of North Carolina. Greenville offers a growing, vibrant college-town atmosphere, a temperate climate, and outstanding cultural and outdoor recreational opportunities, along with affordable costs of living (www.greenvillenc.gov). ECU is a member of the 17-campus University of North Carolina system, dedicated to serving our state and its people through world-class teaching, outreach, service, research, and scholarship. The Department of Pharmacology consists of 13 full-time faculty members, nine full-time research technicians, three postdoctoral scientists, two full-time administrative staff, and 13 graduate students. The department teaches pharmacology, therapeutics, and toxicology to medical, dental, graduate, and nursing students. A wide variety of specialized courses are also taught for graduate students. The educational objective of the department is to provide a sound basic foundation upon which medical and dental students may build rational approaches to drug therapy regardless of the area of clinical specialization. The graduate program through the Ph.D. in Biomedical Sciences, Pharmacology and Toxicology Concentration, is broadly based to prepare students for careers in academics, research, government, industry, and medicine.
Job Duties	The Research Technician will assist in executing experiments, including but not limited to: Sample preparation, data collection, and analysis related to environmental research; Molecular biology techniques include transformations, protein expression, purification, SDS-PAGE electrophoresis, and ELISA; Analytical characterization techniques, including mass spectroscopy; Animal handling, including oral gavage, tissue dissection, and routine care/husbandry; Processing and analyzing human samples for research studies; Laboratory troubleshooting, protocol optimization, and problem-solving to ensure successful experiments; Routine laboratory maintenance includes cleaning, organization, and proper sanitation procedures; and, Maintaining accurate and detailed records of all work performed.
Minimum Education/Experience	Demonstrated possession of the competencies necessary to perform the work.
License or Certification required by statute or regulation	N/A
Preferred Experience, Skills, Training/Education	Experience in a laboratory or research setting. Experience with laboratory equipment and instrumentation. Experience observing, collecting, and recording data. Knowledge of lab safety and sanitation procedures. Experience in animal handling.
License or Certification required by the Department	N/A
Special Instructions to Applicant	Please ensure your full range of knowledge, skills, abilities, experience and education are listed on your application. Do not write 'see resume' on your application when completing the job duties section. If you answer the questions at the end of the application, please ensure your application reflects the knowledge, skills, abilities and experiences to support your answers (see job duties section of previous employment). Failure to answer the questions at the end of the application will not preclude your application from being considered but may result in your application not receiving full consideration of your knowledge, skills, and abilities. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.
Job Open Date	05/21/2025
Job Close Date - Positions will be posted until 11:59 p.m. EST on this date; If no closing date is indicated, the position will be posted until filled and may close at any time after the recruitment has been completed.	05/28/2025
Open Until Filled	No
Quick Link for Direct Access to Posting	https://ecu.peopleadmin.com/postings/86614
Alternate option	If no applicants apply who meet the required competency level and training & experience requirements, then management may consider other applicants. Salary would be determined based on budget, UNC salary administration, and/or candidate qualifications.
Nondiscrimination Statement	East Carolina University is committed to workforce success and cultivating a culture of care for our employees. ECU prohibits unlawful discrimination and harassment based on race/ethnicity, color, genetic information, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, political affiliation, and veteran status. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their protected veteran status or disability. Individuals requesting accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act ( ADAAA) should contact the ADA Coordinator at (252) 737-1018 (Voice/ TTY) or ADA-Coordinator@ecu.edu.
Eligibility for Employment	Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. ECU participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. If highest degree earned is from an institution outside of the U.S. and its territories, final candidates are required to have their degree validated as equivalent to the degree conferred by a regionally accredited college or university in the U.S.
Department for People Operations, Success, and Opportunity	If you experience any problems accessing the system or have questions about the application process, please contact the Department for People Operations, Success, and Opportunity at (252) 328-9847 or toll free at 1-866-489-1740 or send an email to employment@ecu.edu. Our office is available to provide assistance Monday-Friday from 8:00-5:00 EST.