Research Specialist

Staff

Located in North Carolina’s third largest city, UNC Greensboro is among the most diverse, learner-centered public research universities in the state, with 18,000 students in eight colleges and schools pursuing more than 150 areas of undergraduate and over 200 areas of graduate study. UNCG continues to be recognized nationally for academic excellence, access, and affordability. UNCG is ranked No. 1 most affordable institution in North Carolina for net cost by the N.Y. Times and No. 1 in North Carolina for social mobility by The Wall Street Journal — helping first-generation and lower-income students find paths to prosperity. Designated an Innovation and Economic Prosperity University by the Association of Public and Land-grant Universities, UNCG is a community-engaged research institution with a portfolio of more than $67M in research and creative activity. The University’s 2,600 staff help create an annual economic impact for the Piedmont Triad region in excess of $1B.

The Biology Department within the College of Arts & Sciences, Division of Academic Affairs, is dedicated to teaching foundational biological concepts and research methods, and preparing students for professional careers and further academic study. Through active involvement in laboratory and research activities, the department enhances societal understanding of living organisms and their environments, while also fostering students’ technical and analytical skills—equipping them to contribute meaningfully to a rapidly advancing, technology-driven world.

The primary purpose of this position is to support undergraduate biology laboratory exercises across various courses including Genetics, Cell Biology, Vertebrate Zoology/Morphology, Entomology, and Histology. The role also involves assisting with the management of the laboratory team, which includes a group of seven research specialists and technicians, as well as several undergraduate assistants. Dr. Anne Marie Sohler Snoddy, a departmental Academic Professional Assistant Professor, will supervise the position. This is a ten month position, the employee will be given the months of June and July off each year.

If no applicants apply who meet the required competency level and training & experience requirements, then management may consider other applicants. Salary would be determined based on competencies, equity, budget, and market considerations.

$49,146- $50,655

Biology - 12204

8 A.M - 5 P.M., M-F

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Natural Resources & Scientific

Research Specialist

09/24/2025

10/24/2025

1.000

Non-Exempt

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