Temporary Lab Technician- BCC PostBacc Program

University of Louisville • Aurora, CO

6h • Onsite

About The Position

The BCC PostBacc Program supports laboratory technicians in developing research and professional skills for competitive PhD applications and helps recruit trained candidates into the University of Louisville’s PhD programs.

The Nail Laboratory is seeking a motivated, organized, and detail-oriented Laboratory Technician to help establish and maintain laboratory operations and participate in research on how environmental heavy metal exposure promotes carcinogenesis. The laboratory studies how cadmium exposure affects DNA damage response signaling, DNA repair pathways, and cellular processes involved in breast epithelial cell malignant transformation, using approaches from molecular and cellular biology, environmental toxicology, cancer biology, and molecular genetics.

The technician will support laboratory operations and research through experimental preparation and execution, equipment maintenance, inventory management, safety compliance, data collection, and technical support for laboratory personnel. The role offers opportunities to develop technical expertise, contribute to scientific publications, collaborate with multidisciplinary researchers, and participate in an expanding research program. This is a temporary position expected to run from November 9, 2026, through November 7, 2028.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in a scientific discipline.
• In-depth knowledge of laboratory safety and regulatory requirements.
• Experience in budgeting and financial management.

Nice To Haves

• A bachelor’s degree in Biology, Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Toxicology, Bioengineering, Biomedical Engineering, or a related scientific discipline.
• Experience or foundational knowledge in molecular and cellular biology techniques, and willingness to learn and perform mammalian cell culture and biochemical assays.
• Strong analytical, quantitative, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent organizational, time-management, and documentation skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a multidisciplinary research environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills and attention to detail.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite; experience with scientific data analysis software is preferred.
• Previous experience with laboratory equipment, experimental troubleshooting, or process optimization.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate daily laboratory operations and ensure compliance with safety standards and research protocols.
• Maintain mammalian cell cultures and assist with molecular and cellular biology experiments related to DNA damage, DNA repair, and environmental carcinogenesis.
• Perform DNA and RNA extraction, protein isolation, PCR, Western blotting, and cell-based assays.
• Develop and maintain standard operating procedures, laboratory records, and sample inventories.
• Manage laboratory supplies, reagents, and equipment, including ordering, maintenance, and troubleshooting.
• Assist with laboratory budgets, purchasing, and resource management.
• Train and support high school, undergraduate, and graduate researchers in laboratory techniques, equipment use, and safety procedures.
• Coordinate sample preparation and submission to institutional core facilities and collaborators.
• Collect, organize, and analyze experimental data, maintaining accurate and reproducible research records.
• Apply engineering and quantitative approaches to improve experimental design, data collection, laboratory workflows, and research efficiency.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level