OPS Lab Technician Apply now (https://secure.dc4.pageuppeople.com/apply/674/gateway/default.aspx?c=apply&lJobID=535058&lJobSourceTypeID=796&sLanguage=en-us) Job no: 535058 Work type: Temp Full-Time Location: Main Campus (Gainesville, FL) Categories: Biology/Life Science Department: 29150000 - MD-OPHTHALMOLOGY Classification Title: OPS Lab Technician Job Description: The Department of Ophthalmology has an immediate opening for an OPS Lab Technician to conduct experiments under the supervision of Cristhian Ildefonso, PhD. The candidate will handle rodents, complete animal assessments, and harvest tissues as the experiments require. Responsibilities include performing in vivo measurements such as ERG, OCT, and fundoscopy to characterize the therapeutic effects of gene delivery in rodents, maintaining mouse colonies, preparation for animal procedures, tissue sample collection, as well as tissue sectioning, histology, Western blotting and immunostaining procedures, molecular and cellular assays, as well as analysis of serum and retinal samples from animal studies. Advertised Salary: $15.00-$22.00 per hour Minimum Requirements: Bachelor's Degree in Biomedical Science, Biology, or a related field Preferred Qualifications: The ideal candidate will be a recent college graduate seeking a solid background in biological sciences to prepare for medical, veterinary or graduate school. The incumbent will be trained by and work under the direct supervision of the Principal Investigator (PI). The ideal candidate should also be a self-driven, fast learner with strong quantitative mind, with an interest and experience performing laboratory both bench work and data analysis. Experience with mouse handling and ocular procedures is desired. Special Instructions to Applicants: In order to be considered, you must upload a cover letter describing interest in the position, CV/resume, and contact information for three references. The University of Florida is committed to non-discrimination with respect to race, creed, color, religion, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, political opinions or affiliations, genetic information and veteran status in all aspects of employment including recruitment, hiring, promotions, transfers, discipline, terminations, wage and salary administration, benefits, and training. Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date. Health Assessment Required:Yes Advertised: 01 Mar 2025 Eastern Standard Time Applications close: 16 Mar 2025 Eastern Daylight Time