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University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

Research Technician

Chapel Hill, United States

Posting Information

Department

Biochemistry and Biophysics-423001

Career Area

Research Professionals

Is this an internal only recruitment?

Posting Open Date

09/10/2025

Application Deadline

09/16/2025

Position Type

Permanent Staff (SHRA)

Position Title

Research Technician - Journey

Salary Grade Equivalent

MH06 / GN06

Working Title

Research Technician

Position Number

20067407

Vacancy ID

P020527

Full-time/Part-time Permanent/Time-Limited

Full-Time Permanent

If time-limited, estimated duration of appointment

Hours per week

Work Schedule

Monday – Friday 8am-5pm

Work Location

CHAPEL HILL, NC

Position Location

North Carolina, US

Hiring Range

$42,000 - $43,000

Pay Band Information

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Position Summary Information

Be a Tar Heel!

A global higher education leader in innovative teaching, research and public service, the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill consistently ranks as one of the nation’s top public universities. Known for its beautiful campus, world-class medical care, commitment to the arts and top athletic programs, Carolina is an ideal place to teach, work and learn.

One of the best college towns and best places to live in the United States, Chapel Hill has diverse social, cultural, recreation and professional opportunities that span the campus and community.

University employees can choose from a wide range of professional training opportunities for career growth, skill development and lifelong learning and enjoy exclusive perks for numerous retail, restaurant and performing arts discounts, savings on local child care centers and special rates on select campus events. UNC-Chapel Hill offers full-time employees a comprehensive benefits package, paid leave, and a variety of health, life and retirement plans and additional programs that support a healthy work/life balance.

Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit

Our mission is to improve the health and well-being of North Carolinians and others whom we serve. We accomplish this by providing leadership and excellence in the interrelated areas of patient care, education and research.

Patient care: We promote health and provide superb clinical care while maintaining our strong tradition of reaching underserved populations and reducing health disparities across North Carolina and beyond.

Education: We prepare tomorrow’s healthcare professionals and biomedical researchers from all backgrounds by facilitating learning within innovative and integrated curricula and team-oriented interprofessional education to ensure a highly skilled workforce.

Research: We develop and support a rich array of outstanding health sciences research programs, centers and resources. We provide infrastructure and opportunities for collaboration among disciplines throughout and beyond our university to support outstanding research. We foster programs in the areas of basic, translational, mechanistic and population research.

Position Summary

The Baker Lab at UNC Chapel Hill is recruiting a research technician to aid in ongoing research operations in the lab. Our research studies the function of peripheral membrane proteins. The candidate will perform assays, maintain logs, and provide technical support to graduate students and post-doctoral researchers.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements

Demonstrated possession of the competencies necessary to perform the work.

Required Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience

The candidate is required to have previous research experience in a related field (biology, biochemistry, biophysics, or similar) and competency in basic molecular biology skills (pipetting, PCR, DNA cloning, gel electrophoresis, liquid chromatography). Previous experience in protein purification (IMAC, ion exchange) is also required. The candidate must be organized and proficient in maintaining a scientific lab notebook.

Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience

Previous research in structural biology, especially cryo electron microscopy or NMR, is preferred, but not required. Experience using an automated liquid chromatography system (AKTA Pure, NGC, etc.) is preferred, but not required. Previous experience in the handling of lipids and assembly of liposomes and vesicles is preferred, but not required.

Required Licenses/Certifications

Special Physical/Mental Requirements

Campus Security Authority Responsibilities

Not Applicable.

Position/Schedule Requirements

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