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OPS Laboratory Technician

University of Florida -
Gainesville, FL

Job Details

Temporary | Full-time
$15 - $20 an hour

Qualifications

Laboratory sample storage
Laboratory tissue sectioning
Biology
Microscopic analysis
Immunological assays
Laboratory inventory control
Data analysis reporting
Physical Therapy
Institutional Animal Care and Use Committees (IACUCs) guidelines compliance
Laboratory procurement
Immunological laboratory techniques
Spreadsheets
Protein analysis (analytical chemistry specialty)
Data reporting
Mid-level
Surgery
Laboratory tissue sample preparation
Bachelor's degree
Animal surgical procedures
Research safety & compliance
Laboratory compliance
Biological analysis
Optical microscopy
Neurology research
Data collection
Research participation
2 years
Laboratory animal handling
Data analysis software

Full Job Description

JOB NO:

540184

WORK TYPE:

Temp Full-Time

LOCATION:

Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)

CATEGORIES:

Biology/Life Science, Allied Health, Veterinary Medicine/Animal Care

DEPARTMENT:

33050000 - HP-PHYSICAL THERAPY

CLASSIFICATION TITLE:

OPS-Sponsored Projects Non-Clerical

CLASSIFICATION MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

Bachelor's degree in an appropriate area or two years of relevant laboratory work experience

JOB DESCRIPTION:

This position is located in the Department of Physical Therapy in the College of Public Health and Health Professions and provides critical laboratory support for Dr. David Fuller’s (https://pt.phhp.ufl.edu/profile/fuller-david/) research facility. Candidates interested in gaining research experience are encouraged to apply.

The position will involve working with laboratory mice and/or rats, in studies of brain and spinal cord neuroplasticity and rehabilitation.

Duties Include:

Prepare and process biological tissue samples for research, including tissue sectioning, slide preparation, mounting, and specimen storage using established laboratory procedures and equipment.
Perform microscopy procedures to examine and evaluate tissue samples, documenting observations and assisting with data collection activities.
Conduct immunohistochemistry procedures by preparing tissue samples, following laboratory protocols, and utilizing antibodies and laboratory techniques to identify and analyze protein expression.
Assist with the collection, organization, and analysis of research data using computer software and spreadsheets to support laboratory studies and reporting activities.
Assist with laboratory animal care activities.
Order laboratory supplies.
Coordinate with University of Florida IACUC and EH&S offices to ensure laboratory compliance.

EXPECTED SALARY:

$15.00 - $20.00 per hour; commensurate with education and experience

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor's degree in an appropriate area or two years of relevant laboratory work experience

PREFERRED:

Two years of experience working in a research laboratory
Experience with histology and microscopy
Experience with small animal surgery
Work will be conducted in a busy research laboratory, working alongside graduate students and postdoctoral fellows. The ability to work well in a team setting is essential.

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS TO APPLICANTS:

In order to be considered, you must upload your cover letter and resume.

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

If an accommodation is needed to apply for this position, please call 352/392-2477 or the Florida Relay System at 800/955-8771 (TDD). Hiring is contingent upon eligibility to work in the U.S. Searches are conducted in accordance with Florida’s Sunshine Law.

HEALTH ASSESSMENT REQUIRED:

Yes

ADVERTISED:

18 Jun 2026

Eastern Daylight Time

APPLICATIONS CLOSE:

01 Jul 2026

Eastern Daylight Time

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