Laboratory Technician 1 - Physiology and Cell Biology

Nevada System of Higher Education•Reno, NV

About The Position

The University of Nevada, Reno is seeking applications for a Laboratory Technician 1 in the Physiology and Cell Biology department. This position does not provide layoff rights and is contingent upon funding. This position will be responsible for assisting with the research needs of the investigators, including mouse husbandry, genotyping, and organizing breeding schemes, assisting in the purchasing, cataloging, and maintenance of reagent inventory. This position will assist with experiments by preparing solutions, reagents, and performing common laboratory duties to ensure research compliance. PER EXECUTIVE ORDER 2026-001, ALL MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS HAVE BEEN WAIVED FOR THIS POSITION UNTIL JUNE 30, 2026. Please refer to the link for more information: Executive Order 2026-001.

Requirements

Graduation from high school or equivalent education and two (2) years of laboratory experience performing various laboratory procedures; OR An equivalent combination of education and experience as described above.
Pursuant to NRS 284.4066, some positions in this series have been identified as affecting public safety. Persons offered employment in these positions must submit to pre-employment screening for controlled substances.

Nice To Haves

Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
Strong writing and communication skills
Experience in molecular biology techniques (e.g., PCR, DNA extraction)
Experience in experimental techniques, including patch-clamp electrophysiology, light microscopy, and surgery are a plus

Responsibilities

assisting with the research needs of the investigators, including mouse husbandry, genotyping, and organizing breeding schemes
assisting in the purchasing, cataloging, and maintenance of reagent inventory
assisting with experiments by preparing solutions, reagents, and performing common laboratory duties to ensure research compliance

Benefits

Employees are enrolled in The Public Employees’ Retirement System of Nevada (PERS) upon hire.
Health insurance options including dental and vision
Life insurance, generous annual and sick leave
E. L. Wiegand Fitness Center offers annual or semester memberships and spouse/domestic partner membership options.
Mountain EAP supports employees (and eligible dependents) through life's difficult moments. Mountain EAP is located in Reno and specializes in counseling and advising services for personal or interpersonal issues.
Staff Employees’ Council (SEC) represents all Classified employees. SEC holds monthly meetings to provide a forum for employees to participate.
SEC Grants-in-aid for Classified Employees
The University encourages employees to pursue training and educational opportunities available to them through the Nevada System of Higher Education institutions. Tuition is paid in full when Classified employees enroll in a course that can apply toward the completion of a degree or is job-related.
Classified Staff Grants-In-Aid Benefit
Classified Employee Family Opportunity Program
The University offers this program for spouses, domestic partners, and dependents of Classified employees (working at least 50%). The Classified Employee Family Opportunity Program may be used for undergraduate and graduate state-supported courses.