Research Technician I

University of Rochester

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Rochester - NY Until 8/22/2026 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):

601 Elmwood Ave, Rochester, New York, United States of America, 14642

Opening:

Worker Subtype:

Regular

Time Type:

Part time

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

Department:

400070 Pathology & Lab Medicine 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:

Performs research laboratory assignments, various and diversified in nature, in accordance with standard practices and procedures.

SUPERVISION AND DIRECTION EXERCISED:

None.

MACHINES AND EQUIPMENT USED:

Computer and/or peripheral equipment, apparatus such as spectrophotometers, incubators, electron microscopes, microanalyzers, etc.

TYPICAL DUTIES:

- Plans and performs a variety of standardized laboratory tests, analyses and observations. Sets up equipment and apparatus.

- Prepares test specimens. Calculates and records results.

- Extracts data from various prescribed sources; processes data, following well-defined methods; presents data in prescribed formats.

- Cleans and performs routine maintenance on equipment.

- Assists in developing, devising or modifying methods and procedures.

- May perform specialized duties in process or service laboratories, such as photography/illustration functions.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Associate's degree in appropriate discipline; 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 research lab tests and data analysis with standard procedures.

Job title

Research Technician I

Experience level

entry level

Industry

education

Location requirements

Rochester, NY, no remote work allowed

Salary

$0k–$0k

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

associate's degreelaboratory equipmentdata recording

Preferred skills

None specified

Specializations

laboratory testsdata processingspectrophotometerselectron microscopesroutine maintenance
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Rochester, NY, USA

On-site City