OPS technician position in Chemistry/Biology

Recent Bachelor's degree in Chem/Biological Sciences (or related field)

Candidate must be self-motivated, responsible, energetic, able to solve problems, and work in a diverse laboratory environment

Excellent organizational, communication, time management, and record-keeping skills

Two technician positions are available in Dr. Feng Tang's laboratory in the Department of Chemistry to support ongoing research projects leveraging Sequencing and Proteomics techniques to study how DNA damage induced by environmental exposure and endogenous metabolism contributes to cancer and aging-related diseases.

There will be tremendous opportunities to learn and contribute to exciting research. We are a multi-disciplinary lab that utilizes various techniques (analytical chemistry, biochemistry, molecular and cellular biology, NGS sequencing, nanopore sequencing, proteomics, and bioinformatics) in mammalian cell culture model systems.

We strive to cultivate a collaborative lab environment that enables innovative and cutting-edge research. The position will involve performing routine experiments, contributing essential support functions, and maintaining the day-to-day operation of the lab. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated individual looking for research experience prior to applying to graduate or medical school.

Training opportunities for cutting-edge technologies in the lab include genome editing, Mass spectrometry, NGS sequencing, nanopore sequencing, bioinformatics, confocal microscopy, etc.

$15.00/hr

Recent Bachelor's degree in Chem/Biological Sciences (or related field)

Candidate must be self-motivated, responsible, energetic, able to solve problems, and work in a diverse laboratory environment

Excellent organizational, communication, time management, and record-keeping skills

Experience in Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, and Bioinformatics is desirable (undergraduate lab experience)

Excellent interpersonal and social skills, enjoy working and interacting with people

Detail-oriented, strong organizational skills

For full consideration, applications must be submitted online. Click on Apply Now at the top of this posting. 

A complete application includes (1) a letter of application summarizing the applicant's qualifications, interests, and suitability for the position, (2) a complete curriculum vitae, (3) a statement on teaching and research goals, and (4) a list of at least two references. After initial review, letters of recommendation will be requested from the references for selected applicants. 

Applications will be reviewed beginning 4/30/2026, and the position will remain open until filled. Only complete applications will be reviewed at this time. Applications received after this date may be considered at the discretion of the committee and/or hiring authority. 

All candidates for employment are subject to a pre-employment screening, which includes a review of criminal records, reference checks, and verification of education. 

The selected candidate will be required to provide an official transcript to the hiring department upon hire. A transcript will not be considered “official” if a designation of “Issued to Student” is visible. Degrees earned from an educational institution outside of the United States require evaluation by a professional credentialing service provider approved by the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES), which can be found at http://www.naces.org/. 

The University of Florida is committed to promoting an environment that welcomes all abilities, classes, ethnicities/races, gender identities and expressions. We particularly welcome applicants who can contribute to such an environment through their scholarship, teaching, mentoring, and professional service.  

This is a time-limited position.