Part Time Research Technician, Geomicrobiology Lab

Position Title/ Assignment Name: Part-time research technician

Anticipated Start Date: 01/04/2027           

Hourly Pay Rate: $15-23.50 depending on qualifications and experience

Anticipated Schedule: 4-5 days/week, 4-5 hours per day

Anticipated Hours/Week: 20

Location: Ammon-Pinizzotto Biopharmaceutical Innovation Center at 590 Avenue 1743 Newark DE 19713

Role Description:

The Chan Geomicrobiology Lab within the Department of Earth Sciences, University of Delaware, is looking for a part-time research technician to support funded research projects.

The ideal candidate should be capable of aseptic technique, preparing and conducting laboratory experiments involving microorganisms, following written protocols, data collection and analysis, and clearly documenting results in written reports.

Primary Responsibilities:

Under the guidance of the Principal Investigator and an Associate Scientist assist with on-going experiments including media preparation, microbial culture maintenance, cell counting, microscopy, protein purification, proteomic sample preparation, and maintaining a safe, clean, and sterile work environment.

Qualifications:  (grade level, academic, major, courses taken, previous experience, etc.)

Preference given to candidates with B.S. or B.A. in microbiology (preferred) or biology, biochemistry, molecular biology or related field, or relevant coursework (with labs), and/or prior research experience in microbiology or a related field.

Hiring Timeline: Immediate start

Application Review: We will start reviewing applications Nov. 1, 2026. Position will remain open until filled.

Interviews-Date Range:  Starting Nov. 8 until filled

Offers Extended-Date Range : Starting Dec. 1 until filled

Please note that dates are subject to change depending on the needs of the department.