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NCSU

Research Assistant

Raleigh, NC

$18.75 - $25.75/hr

Entomology and Plant Pathology houses the Structural Pest Management Training Facility, an Insect ... Train undergraduate employees and supervise temporary workers in established research procedures ...

Revvity

Research Associate I - Tissue Culture

San Diego, CA · On-site

$22.10 - $29.50/hr

Maintain mammalian and insect cell cultures * Transfect/transduce cells and manage production runs ... Part-time and temporary roles may not be eligible for all benefits listed. Please reach out to your ...

Miamioh

Laboratory Technician - Tomoyasu Lab

Pearson, GA · On-site +1

$16 - $21.25/hr

Job Title Laboratory Technician - Tomoyasu Lab Department Biology Department Worker Type Temporary ... The successful candidate will participate in research on insect molecular biology and development ...

Miamioh

Laboratory Technician - Tomoyasu Lab

Oxford, OH · On-site +1

$18 - $23.75/hr

Job Title Laboratory Technician - Tomoyasu Lab Department Biology Department Worker Type Temporary ... The successful candidate will participate in research on insect molecular biology and development ...

System One

Protein Expression Scientist - Temp

Alameda, CA · On-site

$50 - $55/hr

Demonstrated experience expressing recombinant proteins in BEVS/insect cell systems and E. coli ... research environment. Benefits System One, and its subsidiaries including Joulé, ALTA IT Services, ...

System One

Protein Expression Scientist - Temp

Alameda, CA · On-site

$50 - $55/hr

Demonstrated experience expressing recombinant proteins in BEVS/insect cell systems and E. coli ... research environment. Benefits System One, and its subsidiaries including Joulé, ALTA IT Services, ...

System One

Protein Expression Scientist - Temp

Alameda, CA · On-site

$50 - $55/hr

Demonstrated experience expressing recombinant proteins in BEVS/insect cell systems and E. coli ... research environment. Benefits System One, and its subsidiaries including Joulé, ALTA IT Services, ...

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Temporary Research Technician

Lexington, KY • On-site

University of Kentucky
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$15 - $17/hr

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Posted 21 days ago

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Job Title Temporary Research Technician Requisition Number DU14924 Department Name 81080:ENTOMOLOGY Work Location Lexington, KY Salary Range $15.00-$17.00 Type of Position Temporary Position Time Status Full-Time Required Education
HS Diploma
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Physical Requirements
Carry objects of 50 lbs. or less. Comfortable working in a lab environment
Shift
Monday - Friday 8:00am - 4:30pm (37.5 hours/week)
Job Summary
This position offers an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience in molecular diagnostics, analytical chemistry, insect physiology and behavior, field surveillance, and Extension activities while contributing to Kentucky's preparedness for the New World screwworm (Cochliomyia hominivorax). Responsibilities include deploying and servicing field traps; collecting, sorting, preserving, and documenting specimens; identifying screwworms and other blow flies; and assisting with DNA extraction and CRISPR-Cas12-based diagnostics. The individual will also participate in volatile collection, GC-MS and GC-EAD analyses, behavioral assays, and insect colony maintenance, while working closely with researchers, diagnostic laboratories, livestock producers, veterinarians, and Extension partners.
We encourage early submissions; interviews and selection may occur prior to the closing date 
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No Preferred Education/Experience Deadline to Apply 09/04/2026 Our University Community
We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors, the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.
The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status.
Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.
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The University of Kentucky (UK), the state's flagship university, was founded in 1865 and its beautiful, sprawling campus, nestled in downtown Lexington, now covers over 900 acres and is home to more than 30,000 students and approximately 13,500 employees. The trees and beautifully manicured greenspaces are a source of pride for the university and combine to create an impressive oasis amidst the busy cityscape that surrounds it.

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