Position Available: Laboratory Technician at CORE Operating Research Entities (CORE)
Title: Laboratory Technician I
Department: Coordinated Operating Research Entities (CORE)
Reports To: Environmental DNA Lab Coordinator
Purpose:
The University of Maine’s Coordinated Operating Research Entities (CORE) seeks to hire a Laboratory Technician for the Sequencing Facilities and Freezer Program. The Laboratory Technician supports the mission of CORE by performing analyses in the UMaine Sequencing Facilities, which provides fee-based services related to genetics sequencing and environmental DNA testing to the UMS research and educational community, as well as external stakeholders. The Laboratory Technician will also assist with the UMaine Freezer Program, which provides administrative support in the procurement of genetics/biochemistry-related laboratory chemicals and supplies for the UMS research community.
Essential Functions:
Knowledge and Skill Requirements:
Required:
Preferred:
Work Environment:
The primary site of work will be on-campus facilities at the University of Maine.
Work Schedule:
Normal University of Maine business hours are Monday through Friday; 8:00 am to 4:30 pm. 20 hour week schedule can be determined by semester to fit within these hours.
Position Type:
Graduate Assistantship; 20 hours/week
Compensation:
Master’s Degree Stipend: $1,888.89/mos., Doctoral Student Stipend: $2,222.22/mos., up to 6 credits for spring and fall each, and 50% of GA health insurance
Performance Evaluation Schedule:
Performance evaluation will be conducted annually
Appropriate background checks are required.
All UMS employees are required to comply with applicable policies and procedures, as well as to complete applicable workplace-related screenings, and required employee training, such as Information Security, Safety Training, Workplace Violence, and Sexual Harassment.
TO APPLY: Please email your application materials and any questions to Megan Tardif at megan.tardif@maine.edu