Laboratory Technician III

University of Rochester

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Wilmot Until 8/22/2026 5+ years exp First posted March 19, 2026 Last posted March 19, 2026
Job description

As a community, the University of Rochester is defined by a deep commitment to Meliora - Ever Better. Embedded in that ideal are the values we share: equity, leadership, integrity, openness, respect, and accountability. Together, we will set the highest standards for how we treat each other to ensure our community is welcoming to all and is a place where all can thrive.

Job Location (Full Address):

275 Hutchison Rd, Rochester, New York, United States of America, 14627

Opening:

Worker Subtype:

Regular

Time Type:

Full time

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

Department:

400166 Cancer Center M&D

Work Shift:

UR - Day (United States of America)

Range:

UR URG 104 H

Compensation Range:

$19.04 - $26.63

The referenced pay range represents the minimum and maximum compensation for this job. Individual annual salaries/hourly rates will be set within the job's compensation range, and will be determined by considering factors including, but not limited to, market data, education, experience, qualifications, expertise of the individual, and internal equity considerations.

Responsibilities:

GENERAL PURPOSE
Performs complex dry laboratory research activities, planning and conducting a complete project of limited scope or a portion of a larger and more diverse project. Sets up and operates equipment. Modifies methods and techniques, records, computes, and analyzes test data. Prepares programs, specifications, designs, charts, graphs, tables, and illustrations, may assists in preparation of materials for publication.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

  • In accordance with broadly outlined objectives, requirements, and approaches, plans and conducts technical procedures, non-routine and complex in nature.
  • Sets up and operates sophisticated equipment or instrumentation.
  • Constructs major units of equipment.
  • With latitude for modifying methods and techniques, records, computes, and analyzes test data.
  • Prepares test reports and makes recommendations.
  • May review, analyze, and integrate technical work of others.
  • Assists in psychology, sociology or education studies and experiments involving human/animal subjects.
  • Prepares computer programs, schematics, specifications, designs, charts, graphs, tables, illustrations, and photographs.
  • May assist in preparation of materials for publication.
  • May perform specialized duties in process or service laboratories, such as photography/illustration services.

Other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

  • High School diploma or equivalent and 5 years of relevant experience required
  • Associate's degree preferred
  • Or equivalent combination of education and experience

The University of Rochester is committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving an inclusive and welcoming culture to advance the University’s Mission to Learn, Discover, Heal, Create – and Make the World Ever Better. In support of our values and those of our society, the University is committed to not discriminating on the basis of age, color, disability, ethnicity, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, military/veteran status, national origin, race, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law (Protected Characteristics). This commitment extends to non-discrimination in the administration of our policies, admissions, employment, access, and recruitment of candidates, for all persons consistent with our values and based on applicable law.

About this role

Summary

Performs complex laboratory research, sets up equipment, analyzes data, and prepares reports.

Job title

Laboratory Technician III

Experience level

5+ years

Minimum experience

5+ years exp

Industry

healthcare

Location requirements

Wilmot, NY; no remote work permitted

Salary

$19k–$27k

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

equipment operationtest data analysiscomputer programmingtest report preparation

Preferred skills

None specified

Specializations

laboratoryresearchequipment operationdata analysispublication support
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Wilmot, NH, USA

On-site City