Position Information Posting NumberSRGV8745 Working TitleLABORATORY TECHNICIAN Number of Vacancies1 LocationHarlingen, Texas DepartmentSchool of Podiatric Medicine FTE1.0 FLSANon-Exempt Scope of Job To perform routine laboratory research and administrative duties. Responsible for performing laboratory procedures, recording procedure results, purchasing, laboratory organization, and training of student researchers. Description of Duties • Prepares laboratory analyses and reports test results. • Collects and processes specimens for analyses including proper handling of paperwork. • Evaluates sample results. • Prepares, processes and collects samples. • Sterilizes lab equipment and lab environment. • Disinfects complete samples and lab environment. • Keeps inventory and orders lab supplies. • Prepares chemical solutions and growth media. • Maintains lab equipment. • Maintains records for the lab. • Aids in preparation of manuscripts for publication and poster presentations for scientific conferences. • May perform other duties as assigned. Supervision Received Close supervision from assigned supervisor. Supervision Given Aids in supervising student researchers. Required Education High school diploma or equivalent. Preferred Education College level class work in Biology or Chemistry. Licenses/Certifications May be required to have All Terrain Vehicle ( ATV ) safety certificate or obtain within 6 months of start date. Required Experience • One (1) year of experience with laboratory and/or scientific procedures or • Eighteen (18) hours of college level Biology and/or chemistry courses. Preferred Experience N/A Equipment Proficiency in the use of PCs and other standard office equipment. Experience with standard laboratory equipment. Working Conditions Needs to be able to successfully perform all required duties. Normal laboratory conditions. Occasionally requires working with hazardous chemicals, equipment and materials or in hazardous environments. Other May require some evening and/or weekend hours. Occasional travel is required. Must be able to work cooperatively with a team of other researchers. Physical Capabilities N/A Employment CategoryFull-Time Minimum SalaryCommensurate with Experience Posted SalaryCommensurate with Experience Position Available Date02/01/2026 Grant Funded PositionYes If Yes, Provide Grant Expiration Date08/31/2026 Posting Detail Information EEO Statement It is the policy of The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley to promote and ensure equal employment opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information or protected veteran status. 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Quick Linkhttps://careers.utrgv.edu/postings/49963 Posting Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*). + * Are you a current UTRGV employee? + Yes + No + * Are you now, or previously, employed by The University of Texas System or any of its institutions? + Yes - I currently am employed by the UT System or its institutions + Yes - I have previously been employed by the UT System or its institutions + No - I have never been employed by the UT System or its institutions + * Please select your highest level of completed education. + 6th grade education + 10th grade education + High School Diploma or GED + Associates Degree, Technical, or Trade School Degree/Certification or 60 Hours of College Hours + Bachelors Degree from an accredited university + Masters Degree from an accredited university + Ph. D. or other terminal degree from an accredited university + None of the above + * Please provide the field of study for your education: (Open Ended Question) + * Please indicate the number of years of work experience you have directly related to the position in which you are applying for: + Less than 1 year + 1 year + 2 years + 3 years + 4 years + 5 years + 6 years + 7 years + 8 years + 9 years + 10 years + Over 10 years + * Do you meet the minimum requirements for this position? + Yes + No Applicant Documents Required Documents + Resume Optional Documents + Cover Letter/Letter of Application + Unofficial Transcripts + Reference Letter 1 + Reference Letter 2 + Reference Letter 3 + Certifications and Licenses + Training Certificates + Other Document + List of 3 References + Unofficial Transcripts 2 + Unofficial Transcripts 3 + Letter of Interest + Unofficial Graduate Transcripts + Additional Document