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Position Number	006443
Position Title	Research Technologist III - 006443
Division	College of Medicine
Department	720400 - Microbiology
Minimum Qualifications	Bachelor’s degree in a physical or natural science from an accredited institution as approved and accepted by the University of South Alabama and three years experience in a public health, medical, clinical, or research laboratory. An equivalent combination of education or experience may be considered.
Preferred Qualifications
Job Description Summary	The University of South Alabama’s department of Microbiology and Immunology is seeking to hire a Research Technologist III. Interested candidates should apply to be considered.

Essential Functions

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Essential Functions	Performs routine and non-routine assignments and experiments of moderate to high complexity such as: in vitro assays with virus in BSL2 and BSL3 laboratories, in vivo tick transmission and acquisition of virus in BSL2 and BSL3 laboratories, care and maintenance of animals infested with ticks, maintenance of laboratory tick colonies, and training members of the laboratory (e.g., students and junior research technologists) on these applications, etc. Aids in general laboratory maintenance (e.g., autoclaving, dishwashing, reagent preparation, stocking consumables, equipment maintenance, chemical inventory, etc.) Contributes to research program and fosters a collaborative environment working within a biosafety level 3 (BSL-3) laboratory. Records data in an organized fashion and maintains an up-to-date laboratory notebook. Interprets data, designs experiments, and follows protocols. Utilizes various laboratory equipment to include Thermocycler and qPCR, electrophoresis chamber, centrifuge, TissueLyzer/Bead Beater, C02 incubator, biosafety cabinet, light microscope, ChemiDoc gel documentation system. Orders supplies and ensures maintenance of laboratory equipment. Trains lower level staff and students. Reports and interprets data. Orders supplies and equipment and maintains inventory. Maintains laboratory in an orderly manner. Regular and prompt attendance. Ability to work schedule as defined and additional hours as required. Related duties as required.

Essential Functions

Performs routine and non-routine assignments and experiments of moderate to high complexity such as: in vitro assays with virus in BSL2 and BSL3 laboratories, in vivo tick transmission and acquisition of virus in BSL2 and BSL3 laboratories, care and maintenance of animals infested with ticks, maintenance of laboratory tick colonies, and training members of the laboratory (e.g., students and junior research technologists) on these applications, etc.
Aids in general laboratory maintenance (e.g., autoclaving, dishwashing, reagent preparation, stocking consumables, equipment maintenance, chemical inventory, etc.)
Contributes to research program and fosters a collaborative environment working within a biosafety level 3 (BSL-3) laboratory.
Records data in an organized fashion and maintains an up-to-date laboratory notebook.
Interprets data, designs experiments, and follows protocols.
Utilizes various laboratory equipment to include Thermocycler and qPCR, electrophoresis chamber, centrifuge, TissueLyzer/Bead Beater, C02 incubator, biosafety cabinet, light microscope, ChemiDoc gel documentation system.
Orders supplies and ensures maintenance of laboratory equipment.
Trains lower level staff and students.
Reports and interprets data.
Orders supplies and equipment and maintains inventory.
Maintains laboratory in an orderly manner.
Regular and prompt attendance.
Ability to work schedule as defined and additional hours as required.
Related duties as required.

Posting Information

Number of Vacancies	1
Position End Date (if temporary)
Job Open Date	04/17/2026
Job Close Date
Open Until Filled	Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants
Working Days	Monday - Friday
Working Hours	8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Job Location	Main Campus
Full-time or Part-Time	Full Time
Regular or Temporary	Regular

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* Are you at least 18 years of age?
- Yes
- No
* Do you have a legal right to work in the United States?
- Yes
- No
* The University of South Alabama typically does not sponsor individuals for staff positions. Will you now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status?
- Yes
- No
* What is the highest level of education you have completed?
- Less than High School
- High School Diploma or equivalent
- Associates Degree
- Bachelors Degree (or will obtain within 6 months)
- Masters Degree (or will obtain within 6 months)
- Terminal Degree (or will obtain within 6 months)
* How many years of related experience do you have?
- Less than 1 year
- Between 1 - 3 years
- Between 3 - 5 years
- Between 5 - 7 years
- More than 7 years
* How did you hear about this position?
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- Alabama Career Center / Alabama Works
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- Other

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Research Technologist III - 006443

Research Technologist III - 006443 at University of South Alabama – Mobile, Alabama

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