IPRL Research Technician

Job Posting Information

Posting Number

PG195147SP

Internal Recruitment

No

Working Title

IPRL Research Technician

Anticipated Hiring Range

$43,000 - $50,000

Work Schedule

Monday - Friday, 8:00am to 5:00pm

Job Location

Raleigh, NC

Department

Department of Clinical Sciences

About the Department

The Intracellular Pathogens Research Laboratory (IPRL) is a research based unit
that characterizes novel pathogens and develops improved serological and
molecular testing methods primarily for vector borne organisms that cause
infectious diseases in companion animals and humans.

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• Medical, Dental, and Vision
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• Accident Plan
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• 12 Holidays Each Year
• Tuition and Academic Assistance
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Essential Job Duties

The Intracellular Pathogens Research Laboratory (IPRL) is seeking a Research Technician to assist in essential laboratory workflows, such as, processing bacterial cultures, cell cultures and performing molecular and serological assays.

Key Responsibilities:

• Laboratory Workflows & Biosafety: process bacterial cultures, cell cultures and perform molecular and serological assays; research activities include working in a BSL3 biocontainment laboratory.
• Data Management & Reporting: exceptional computer skills are required for data entry, result reporting, data summaries, and responding to research inquiries.
• Operations & Purchasing Support: responsible for maintenance of the IPRL bacterial culture collection, processing requisitions that fall under the NCSU Marketplace, maintaining communications with vendor representatives concerning reagent and other purchases, equipment service agreements, equipment maintenance, laboratory cleanliness and safety.
• Team Collaboration:must possess excellent communication skills to be able to seamlessly interact with other members within the IPRL (undergraduate students, Ph. D. graduate students, research postdoctoral fellows and senior scientists) to address the research priorities of the laboratory.

Join a collaborative research environment where your technical expertise, attention to detail, and commitment to laboratory excellence will directly support discoveries that advance our understanding of intracellular pathogens. If you are a detail-oriented laboratory professional who thrives in a team setting and is passionate about contributing to impactful research, we encourage you to apply.

Other Responsibilities

Qualifications

Minimum Experience/Education

Demonstrated possession of the competencies necessary to perform the work.

Preferred Qualifications

• Benchtop laboratory skills, i. e. pipetting, culturing bacteria, microscope competence, and ability to extract DNA and perform molecular amplification techniques.
• Prior experience or interest in infectious diseases research.
• Previous experience in a clinical/diagnostic laboratory setting.
• Customer service experience.

Required License or Certification

N/A

Valid NC Driver's License required

No

Commercial Driver's License Required?

No

Recruitment Dates and Special Instructions

Job Open Date

07/30/2026

Earliest Close Date- (Positions will be posted until 5:00 PM ET on this date. Positions remaining posted after this date are still accepting applications but may close at any time.)

08/05/2026

Notice to Applicants

Please note that the work history on your resume, must also be included in your application.

Special Instructions

Please include a cover letter, resume and contact information for at least three professional references, one of which needs to be a current or most recent supervisor.

Position Details

Position Number

00112218

Position Type

SHRA

Position Classification Band Title

Research Technician

Position Classification Band Level

Journey

Position Classification Salary Range

$ 34,320 - $ 72,734

Salary Grade Equivalency

MH06

Alternate Option

If no applicants apply who meet the required competency level and training & experience requirements, then management may consider other applicants. Salary would be determined based on competencies, equity, budget, and market considerations.

Full Time Equivalent (FTE) (1.0 = 40 hours/week)

1.0

Appointment

12 Month Recurring

Mandatory Designation - Adverse Weather

Mandatory - Adverse Weather

Mandatory Designation - Emergency Events

Mandatory - Medical Emergencies

Time Limited Position

No

Time-Limited Appointment Length (if applicable)

Department Id

195001 - Department of Clinical Sciences

EEO

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