Job Details

Part-Time Laboratory Technician

The Department of Biology at the University of Nevada, Reno invites applications for a part-time Laboratory Technician (80% FTE; 32 hrs/week). This is a 2-year position managing and maintaining a freshwater fish facility housing Astyanax mexicanus (Mexican tetra). The position is five days per week (32 hrs total), and holiday coverage is required to ensure animal care.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily fish husbandry, including fish health monitoring, breeding, and live food preparation
• Perform routine facility maintenance, including cleaning and disinfecting tanks, siphoning debris, changing water, and maintaining a clean, organized work environment
• Maintain and troubleshoot life-support systems, monitor water quality, and respond to emergencies (e.g., power outages, flooding)
• Maintain and update IACUC protocols, SOPs, and training documentation; liaise with IACUC staff
• Order and track laboratory supplies, receive deliveries, and assist with onboarding new trainees
• Communicate with vendors and technical support for facility equipment
• Participate in ongoing research projects

Required Qualifications

• Candidate has a Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Candidate has proficiency in Microsoft Office

Preferred Qualifications

• Candidate has fish husbandry experience, prior laboratory experience, and familiarity with animal facility operations

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift and carry up to 25 lbs
• Ability to stand, bend, and move for extended periods while performing husbandry and cleaning tasks

Compensation and Benefits

• Salary: $52,652.80 annually (80% FTE), depending on experience
• Duration: 2 years, with a 1% cost-of-living adjustment in year 2
• Employees at the University of Nevada, Reno enjoy a comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, and life insurance, retirement options, and educational benefits. For details, see UNR Benefits at a Glance.

Contact

Misty Riddle (...@unr.edu)