**Temporary Parasitology Research Technician** **Requisition Number:** 61573 **Location:** Boulder Colorado **Employment Type:** Research Faculty **Schedule:** Full Time **Posting Close Date:** 14-Feb-2025 **Date Posted:** **Job Summary** The Johnson Laboratory (http://www.johnsonlaboraotry.com (https://apptrkr.com/get\_redirect.php?id=5944792&targetURL=http://www.johnsonlaboraotry.com) ) is accepting qualified research technicians to assist in the laboratory at the world-recognized University of Colorado located in scenic Boulder Colorado beginning in May and concluding in August 2025 (with possible to extend to February 2026 depending on the candidate). The University of Colorado Boulder is committed to building a culturally diverse community of faculty, staff, and students dedicated to contributing to an inclusive campus environment. We are an Equal Opportunity employer, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. **Who We Are** The Johnson Laboratory (http://www.johnsonlaboraotry.com) is a world-recognized laboratory at the University of Colorado. **What Your Key Responsibilities Will Be** + The primary responsibilities of the selected individual will be to perform necropsies on a wide range of amphibian, fish, and snail species to identify and quantify macro-parasite infections. + This will include: + Isolation of macro-parasites for molecular and morphological vouchers and abundance. + Utilize microscopic imaging techniques to identify and document parasites in situ. + This person will assist in leading the summer necropsy as well as assist in all laboratory experiments. + The individual will be expected to assist with daily management of the laboratory including husbandry of live amphibians, fishes, and snails, data entry and data clean up, and freshwater pond sampling. Finally, this person is expected to train new members of the laboratory when necessary and assist in publishing findings from research projects. **What You Should Know** + The person in this position needs to have over 2 years of amphibian dissection to be considered. + Additionally, they need to have management of a team for 2 years. **What We Can Offer** This position salary will depend on experience level of candidates (starting at $18.00 per hour up to $24.00). **Benefits** Temporary positions at the University of Colorado are not benefits-eligible, however, all positions are eligible for paid sick leave (https://www.colorado.edu/hr/leave#sick-89) . **Be Statements** Be ambitious. Be pioneering. Be Boulder. **What We Require** + We require a BS or minimum of 6 years of experience in a research laboratory. **What You Will Need** + Competitive candidates should have prior independent research experience, which needs to include necropsy of vertebrates (at least two years of amphibian), proficiency with data entry and management in Excel and R studio, and morphological and molecular parasite identification skills. Additionally this candidate need a minimum of 2 year of experience managing a team in a research laboratory. **Special Instructions** To apply, please submit the following materials: 1. Current CV that includes your availability for a start date. 2. A cover letter that states your specific dissection experiences, previous scientific research experiences, and why you would like to work for the Johnson Laboratory specifically 3. Statement of how you will support diversity and inclusion in our team 4. Contact information for three professional references (email and phone number). Review of applications will begin immediately and remain open until February 14, 2025. Note: Application materials will not be accepted via email. For consideration, applications must be submitted through CU Boulder Jobs. (https://jobs.colorado.edu/) **To apply, visit https://jobs.colorado.edu/jobs/JobDetail/Temporary-Parasitology-Research-Technician/61573 (https://apptrkr.com/5944792)** Copyright 2024 Jobelephant.com Inc. All rights reserved. Posted by the FREE value-added recruitment advertising agency (https://www.jobelephant.com/) jeid-323230f633a1134f969827383ed336ea The University of Colorado does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, pregnancy, disability, creed, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, political affiliation, or political philosophy. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply.