This is a part-time or temporary non-benefited position.
Description & Details:
We are seeking reliable and detail-oriented part-time laboratory technicians to support ongoing research activities in a molecular biology laboratory. This is an hourly position requiring individuals who can execute routine experimental procedures with consistency, accuracy, and minimal supervision after initial training. The technician needs to have clever hands, clear head, and clean habits.
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Key Responsibilities
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Perform routine molecular biology experiments, including but not limit to:
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DNA and RNA extraction
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PCR and genotyping
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Agarose gel electrophoresis
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Western blotting
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Conduct animal-related procedures, including:
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Mouse handling and basic colony maintenance
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Tissue collection
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Prepare reagents, buffers, and maintain laboratory supplies
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Accurately document experimental procedures and results
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Maintain laboratory organization and ensure compliance with established protocols
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Follow all institutional safety and regulatory guidelines
Work Schedule: 5-20 hours/week (flexible but consistent availability required).
Advertised Pay: Hourly rate commensurate with experience.
Pay is based on several factors, including budget, labor market, prior experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and/or certification and other business considerations.
Minimum Qualifications:
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Clever hands, clear head, and clean habits
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Prior hands-on experience in a molecular biology or biomedical laboratory
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Ability to perform standard routine lab techniques such as PCR, gel electrophoresis,
western blot, et al -
Strong attention to detail and ability to follow established protocols precisely
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Ability to work independently and manage time effectively
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Professional reliability and consistency in task execution
Preferred Qualifications:
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Experience with mouse handling
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Background in biology, biochemistry, or related field
To Apply - Applications must include the following materials:
Please submit:
- Resume/CV detailing relevant laboratory experience
- Brief summary of prior hands-on techniques and responsibilities
Please include within application if you are currently or have in the past 12 months been employed with NDSU, the North Dakota University System or any other North Dakota State agency. If so, include which agency/department, as well as your how many hours you work a week and in the past 12 months.
Employment Eligibility:
NDSU determines employment eligibility through the E-Verify system: What is E-Verify? New employees to NDSU must present specific identification to determine their employment eligibility no later than their first day of work. To view the identification required, please see the List of Acceptable Documents. You will be required to have one item from List A OR one item from List B and List C.
About Us:
North Dakota State University is distinctive as a student focused, land-grant, research university. We educate leaders who solve national and global challenges by providing affordable access to an excellent education that combines teaching and research in a rich learning environment.
NDSU is in the highest Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education, R1, granted to the top research institutions in the country.
NDSU has offices across the state of North Dakota, and the main campus is in Fargo, on the Minnesota border. Along with Moorhead, Minnesota, Fargo forms one of the largest metropolitan centers between Minneapolis and Seattle. The community is consistently ranked as one of the best places to live.
NDSU is committed to fostering a community where differences are recognized as strengths. Rooted in our land-grant mission, we work together to meet the needs of North Dakota and its communities through education, research and outreach.
Equal Opportunity Statement:
NDSU does not discriminate in its programs and activities on the basis of age, color, gender expression/identity, genetic information, marital status, national origin, participation in lawful off-campus activity, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, public assistance status, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, spousal relationship to current employee, or veteran status, as applicable. Direct inquiries to: Vice Provost, Title IX/ADA Coordinator, Old Main 201, NDSU Main Campus, Fargo, ND, 58108, 701-231-7708, [email protected].
No Smoking Notice:
As an employer, the State of North Dakota prohibits smoking in all places of state employment in accordance with N.D.C.C. § 23-12-10.
Reasonable Accommodation Information: North Dakota State University is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, education, and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request disability accommodation in the application process, please contact Human Resources at 701-231-8961 or [email protected].
