Research Technologist II

Requisition Details

GENERAL REQUISITION INFORMATION

EEO Statement:

UNMC is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, including an equal opportunity employer of protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Location Omaha, NE Requisition Number: Staff_15009 Department Pathology, Microbiology & Immunology 50000521 Business Unit College of Medicine Reg-Temp Full-Time Regular Work Schedule Monday - Friday, 8:00AM - 5:00PM; Some evening or weekends Remote/Telecommuting No remote/telecommuting opportunity Position Summary

Performs advanced and largely independent research in a fast-paced laboratory investigating immune responses to Staphylococcus aureus using mouse models and human specimens. Responsibilities include designing, coordinating, and executing complex research protocols; managing and maintaining a large mouse colony; independently performing and supporting animal surgeries and experimental procedures; analyzing and interpreting research data; ensuring compliance with regulatory, safety, and animal care requirements; overseeing laboratory operations, purchasing, and inventory management; coordinating the collection and processing of human tissue samples with clinical partners; and providing technical expertise, training, and guidance to laboratory personnel, students, and trainees in support of the laboratory's research objectives.

Position Details

Additional Information

Posting Category Research - Non Academic Working Title Research Technologist II Job Title Research Technologist L2 Salary Grade RA21S Appointment Type B1 - REG MGR PROF SALARY Salary Range $49,000 - $73,500/annual Job Requisition Begin Date 09/22/2026 Application Review Date 10/11/2026 Review Date Information:

Initial application review will begin on the date provided in the field above. Applications received prior to this review date will be considered. Applications received after the review date may be considered.

Required and Preferred Qualifications

Required Education: Bachelor's degree If any degree major/training is required, please specify the type. (NOTE: Concentration and minors are not equivalent to a major)

Scientific field

Required Experience 2 years If any experience is required, please specify what kind of experience:

Laboratory research setting and animal husbandry.

Required License No If yes, what is the required licensure/certification? Required Computer Applications: Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Outlook Required Other Computer Applications: Graph Pad Prism Required Additional Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of basic biological and chemical science principles related to laboratory research.
• Ability to perform laboratory procedures and techniques according to established protocols and instructions.
• Familiarity with standard laboratory equipment, safety practices, and record-keeping requirements.
• Ability to maintain accurate research data, laboratory records, and inventory documentation.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills to interact with laboratory personnel, research participants, and collaborating departments.
• Ability to organize and prioritize assigned tasks while working both independently and as part of a research team.
• Ability to follow detailed protocols and adapt to changing research priorities under the direction of the Principal Investigator or senior laboratory personnel.
• Basic computer skills, including the use of laboratory databases, data entry systems, and common office software applications.

Preferred Education: Master's degree or equivalent If any degree/training is preferred, please specify the type:

Immunology, Microbiology, Molecular Biology or related scientific field

Preferred Experience:

Three or more years in a laboratory research setting and animal husbandry, particularly in immunology research with knowledge of infectious and/or neuroscience.

Preferred License: No If yes, what is the preferred licensure/certification?: Preferred Computer Applications: Microsoft Outlook, Not Applicable Preferred Other Computer Applications: Statistical analysis software Preferred Additional Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Extensive knowledge of immunology or neuroimmunology research
• Extensive knowledge of infectious diseases

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Requisition Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• • Do you have a Bachelor's degree in a Scientific field?

• Yes

• No

• • Do you have a minimum of two years laboratory research setting and animal husbandry experience?

• Yes

• No

• • If you do have a minimum of two years laboratory research setting and animal husbandry experience, please elaborate (If No, indicate NA).

(Open Ended Question)

• • Are you proficient in Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Microsoft PowerPoint and Microsoft Outlook?

• Yes

• No

• • Are you proficient in Graph Pad Prism?

• Yes

• No

• • How did you hear about this position?

• Careerlink

• Employee Referral

• HERC

• Indeed

• Job Fair

• Lincoln Journal Star

• Linkedin

• Omaha World Herald

• UNMC Job Site

• Facebook

• NEWorks

• Handshake

• Other

• • If Other, please specify the source. Otherwise, indicate NA.

(Open Ended Question)

• • Within the past 6 months, have you been affected by a reduction in force or grant funding expiration with the University of Nebraska Medical Center?
• Yes
• No

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Cover Letter
• Resume

Optional Documents