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Thank you for your interest in joining the University of Wyoming. Our community thrives on the contributions of talented and driven individuals who share in our mission, vision, and values. If your expertise and experience align with the goals of our institution, we would be thrilled to hear from you. We encourage you to apply and become a valued member of our vibrant campus community today!
Why Choose Us?
At the University of Wyoming, we value our employees and invest in their success. Our comprehensive benefits package is designed to support your health, financial security, and work-life balance. Benefits include:
Generous Retirement Contributions
: The State contributes 14.94% of your gross salary, and you contribute 3.68%, totaling 18.62% toward your retirement plan.
Exceptional Health & Prescription Coverage
: Enjoy access to medical, dental, and vision insurance with competitive employer contributions, that include
4 deductible options to suit your needs
.
Paid Time Off
: Benefit from ample vacation, sick leave, paid holidays, and paid winter closure.
Tuition Waiver
: Employees and eligible dependents can take advantage of tuition waivers, supporting continuous education and professional growth.
Wellness and Employee Assistance Programs
: Stay healthy with wellness initiatives, counseling services, and mental health resources.
At the
University of Wyoming
, we’re committed to creating a supportive and enriching workplace. To learn more about what we offer, please refer to UW’s
Benefits Summary
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EDUCATION:

Bachelor’s degree

EXPERIENCE:

1-year work-related experience
Required licensure, certification, registration, or other requirements:
Some positions may require equipment operation training, hazardous materials shipping and/or emissions quality control training, certification and re-certification after employed

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Master’s degree in biological or health sciences.
Previous experience working in and managing biomedical laboratory activities and laboratory personnel.
Strong written communication skills.
Strong organization and commitment to detail.
Excellent verbal and interpersonal communication skills.

WORK AUTHORIZATION REQUIREMENTS

:
The successful candidate must be eligible to work in the United States. Sponsorship for H-1B work authorization or work visa is not available for this position.

JOB PURPOSE:

The High Altitude Exercise and Aging Research Team (HEART) Lab, led by Nellie Bruns in the Department of Zoology & Physiology is recruiting a Laboratory Technician to lead an NIH-funded research project. This position will supervise the daily operations of a collaborative biomedical research laboratory, perform experiments, analyze and interpret data, train and supervise undergraduate and graduate students.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Perform tests, analyze and interpret results of data collected or received from outside agencies or institutions, including western blots, protein isolation. RNA isolation, qRT-PCR, etc.
Operate, maintain and repair highly complex research instruments/equipment.
Maintain inventory and purchase laboratory reagents and supplies using a p-card and purchasing orders.
Instruct faculty, staff and students in the operation and maintenance of laboratory equipment; assist and instruct users in the interpretation of results.
Supervise the daily operations of the HEART laboratory.