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Position Title: Research Technician Department: Medicine - MHI - 411427 Position Summary: The Jensen Lab in the UNC McAllister Heart Institute seeks a dedicated Laboratory Research Technician to support biomedical research on the molecular basis of heart failure using cell culture and mouse models. The primary purpose of this position is to facilitate and support daily laboratory research activities and operations. The successful candidate will assist with maintenance of research infrastructure, including animal colony support. Responsibilities will include cell culture, standard molecular biology bench top techniques, animal handling and genotyping. Another primary component of the position is to support laboratory organization and research productivity by maintaining inventories, ordering supplies, organizing samples, assisting with experimental design and supporting data organization. Career Area: Other Posting Open Date: 06/18/2026 Application Deadline: 06/25/2026 Position Number: 20076782 Vacancy ID: S027691 Full-time/Part-time: Full-Time Temporary Hours per week: 40 Position Location: North Carolina, US Hiring Range: $16.50 per hour Proposed Start Date: 06/29/2026 Estimated Duration of Appointment: 1 to 6 months 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 that include numerous retail and restaurant discounts, savings on local child care centers and special rates for performing arts events. 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. Minimum Education and Experience Requirements: Demonstrated possession of the competencies necessary to perform the work. Management Preferences: Recent experience with supporting biomedical research in cardiovascular pathophysiology or myocardial biology Recent experience with experiments carried out in laboratory animals Recent experience with mammalian cell (particularly cardiomyocyte) culture or standard molecular biology techniques Recent experience with thorough and accurate data acquisition, analysis and reporting Recent experience working collaboratively in a laboratory environment Campus Security Authority Responsibilities: Not Applicable. Temporary Employment Policies: Temporary Employment Policies Office of Human Resources Contact Information: If you experience any problems accessing the system or have questions about the application process, please contact the Office of Human Resources at (919) 843-2300 or send an email to employment@unc.edu Please note: The Office of Human Resources will not be able to provide specific updates regarding position or application status. Equal Opportunity Employer Statement: The University is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes all to apply without regard to age, color, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.