Laboratory Technician II

University of Florida
Gainesville, FL

Classification Title:

Laboratory Technician II

Classification Minimum Requirements:

Associate's degree in an appropriate area and two years of related experience; or a high school diploma or equivalent and four years of related experience. Appropriate college course work or vocational/technical training may substitute at an equivalent rate for the required experience.

Job Description:

Animal Studies: Participating in treating animals with pharmacological agents or immunotherapy either through i.p., i.m., i.v., or intracranial injection. Other duties with the mice include assisting with MRI, CT, and MPI imaging techniques. Assist with experimental approaches using magnetic nanoparticles. Plays a key role in regulatory management (IACUCs).

Histological Work/Analysis: Collecting organs and other tissues and preparing for histopathology following the preparation of slides, staining with standard histology stains such as H&E, as well as with immunohistochemistry and immunofluorescence will be done. Conduct image capture with fluorescent microscope, confocal microscope, multiphoton confocal microscope and analysis of tissue following intervention studies.

Molecular Techniques and Analysis: Molecular cloning, Plasmid purification, Primer design, RNA and DNA isolation, Isolating RNA and performing real-time PCR, and PCR genotyping of transgenic mouse lines; immunoassays to gene therapy vectors and transgenes, including ELISAs. This may include expansion/maintenance of cell lines and analysis of transfection. Performing protein analysis by isolating protein of interest from cell or tissue lysates and performing/analyzing western blots. Perform multiparameter flow cytometry and develop proficiency setting multicolor flow panels.

Regulatory Compliance: Ensures the laboratory is compliant with governing rules and regulations. Coordinate all IACUC and IRB (exempt) submissions/renewals. Ensure all EH&S standards are met. Train new laboratory members to ensure compliance standards are met.

Training: Train and supervise graduate and undergraduate students performing diagnostic procedures related to immune therapy experiments.

Any other duties, as needed, to fulfill the mission and to abide by the values of the College of Medicine. This will include performing tasks and experiments as directed by the Principal Investigator

Expected Salary:

$19.23 - $22.00/hour

Required Qualifications:

Associate's degree in an appropriate area and two years of related experience; or a high school diploma or equivalent and four years of related experience. Appropriate college course work or vocational/technical training may substitute at an equivalent rate for the required experience.

Preferred:

  • Animal colony management and experience handling rodents (highly preferred).
  • Experience administering treatments i.v., i.p., i.m., and/or intracranially to rodents (highly preferred).
  • Experience maintaining cell lines, performing plasmid transfections/viral infections, immunohistochemistry, FACS, rt-PCR, genotyping, immunohistochemistry, western blotting, microscopy
  • Advanced degree in related scientific field.
  • Working knowledge of basic laboratory techniques.
  • Must be extremely knowledgeable in laboratory procedures and must be meticulous in recording, tracking & reporting of data collected.
  • Strong interest in translational cancer research

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.

Health Assessment Required:Yes

Posted 2026-08-20

Recommended Jobs

Programmer Analyst Specialist

FIS Global
Orlando, FL

: Position Type : Full time Type Of Hire : Experienced (relevant combo of work and education) Education Desired : Bachelor of Computer Science Travel Percentage : 0% Job Posting Des…

View Details
Posted 2026-08-21

Clinical Assistant - Pediatric Day Healthcare Center

Aveanna Healthcare
Melbourne, FL

Clinical Assistant – Pediatric Day Health Center (PDHC) (CNA, PCA, HHA, SHT, Aide) Are you passionate about caring for children and making a difference every day? As a Clinical Assistant in ou…

View Details
Posted 2026-08-17

Associate Attorney - Insurance Coverage - Miami (Junior Level)

Mangrum Career Solutions LLC
Miami, FL

MUST FILL QUICKLY!!!   ASSOCIATE ATTORNEY – LITIGATION (JUNIOR-LEVEL) INSURANCE COVERAGE PRACTICE   Location: Miami, FL HYBRID     Our client, a leading international law firm , i…

View Details
Posted 2026-08-18

Mental Health Therapist

Florida United Methodist Children's Home
Florida

WHO WE ARE: Residing Hope Outpatient Services is headquartered in DeBary, Florida, with several locations throughout the State of Florida. We are a trauma-based community mental health center that pri…

View Details
Posted 2026-05-27

Assembly Table Leader

Winter Haven, FL

QXO is a leading distributor and installer of building products serving an $800 billion market. The company’s mission is to modernize the building products industry through advanced technology and a …

View Details
Posted 2026-08-21

Bitcoin Mine Investment Manager

Web3Leaders
Jacksonville, FL

Job Description: Job Responsibilities: Track investment opportunities, inspect, screen, and evaluate potential projects based on defined criteria. Conduct investment analysis, financial calcul…

View Details
Posted 2026-07-24

Warehouse Lead

Palm City, FL

QXO is a leading distributor and installer of building products serving an $800 billion market. The company’s mission is to modernize the building products industry through advanced technology and a …

View Details
Posted 2026-08-19

Concrete Laborer

Fort Myers, FL

QXO is a leading distributor and installer of building products serving an $800 billion market. The company’s mission is to modernize the building products industry through advanced technology and a …

View Details
Posted 2026-08-18

CDL-A Regional Truck Driver - Entry Level - Home Weekly

10-4 Logistics USA
Tallahassee, FL

We are seeking Class A CDL drivers without prior experience to begin their driving careers in a regional Eastern Seaboard fleet operating from Tallahassee, FL. This position provides regional routes …

View Details
Posted 2026-08-19

Assistant Director 10834

La Petite Academy
Pembroke Pines, FL

Join a strong community where all we do is care-for the children and families we serve every day, as well as for our dedicated team members. Our people are our best asset. We listen and we know what …

View Details
Posted 2026-08-20