Research Technician II

School of Medicine Established in 1930, Duke University School of Medicine is the youngest of the nation's top medical schools. Ranked sixth among medical schools in the nation, the School takes pride in being an inclusive community of outstanding learners, investigators, clinicians, and staff where interdisciplinary collaboration is embraced and great ideas accelerate translation of fundamental scientific discoveries to improve human health locally and around the globe. Composed of more than 2,500 faculty physicians and researchers, more than 1,300 students, and more than 6,000 staff, the Duke University School of Medicine along with the Duke University School of Nursing, Duke University Health System and the Private Diagnostic Clinic (PDC) comprise Duke Health. a world-class academic medical center. The Health System encompasses Duke University Hospital, Duke Regional Hospital, Duke Raleigh Hospital, Duke Primary Care, Duke Home and Hospice, Duke Health and Wellness, and multiple affiliations.

Be You.

The Research Technician II will provide technical and organizational support for research projects in the San Roman Lab at the Duke University School of Medicine. The technician will work closely with Dr. San Roman and laboratory staff to support the lab’s ongoing research directions, with a primary focus on human cell culture-based studies.

Minimum Qualifications

Education/Training

Work generally requires skills acquired through the completion of a bachelor's degree in botany, biology, zoology, psychology or other science related scientific field program.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior laboratory research experience.
• Strong organizational, communication, and documentation skills. Detail-oriented.
• Motivated and able to work effectively as part of a team.

• Experience in cell culture, molecular biology, or computational biology (not required; training will be provided).

Responsibilities

• Conduct technical duties related to laboratory research projects under the direction of Dr. San Roman and laboratory staff.
• Perform experiments using human cell culture and approaches in molecular genetics, biochemistry, genomics, epigenetics, and computational biology.
• Collect, document, organize, and analyze experimental data in conjunction with Dr. San Roman and laboratory staff.
• Maintain laboratory equipment and ensure compliance with safety, quality, and regulatory standards.
• Support laboratory management, organization, and inventory.
• Serve as the Lab Safety Manager to ensure compliance with Duke Environment, Health and Safety Policies.
• Assist with training new lab members as needed.
• Contribute to a collaborative, respectful, and inclusive laboratory environment.

Choose Duke.

Join our award-winning team as identified by Forbes magazine as America’s Best Large Employer 2024 and be part of an inclusive culture that values excellence, innovation, and discovery. As an organization, we have exciting opportunities to be forward-thinking leaders in our field. We want talented individuals to join us, examine our current operations, and create innovative solutions that will revolutionize and enhance the way we approach our work.

Duke University is consistently ranked among the top universities worldwide and is renowned for its cutting-edge research across disciplines.

Beyond the engaging work, you'll also benefit from Duke's Benefits package Open Enrollment for 2026 Benefits | Human Resources including health insurance plans, generous paid time off, retirement programs with employer contributions, tuition assistance for employees and their children, and more.

Anticipated Pay Range: Duke University provides an annual base salary range for this position as USD $19.06 to USD $28.85. Duke University considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position; candidate's work experience, education/training, and key skills; internal peer equity; as well as market and organizational considerations when extending an offer.

Your total compensation goes beyond the dollars on your paycheck. Duke provides comprehensive and competitive medical and dental care programs, generous retirement benefits, and a wide array of family-friendly and cultural programs to eligible team members. Learn more at: https://hr.duke.edu/benefits/

Equal Opportunity Employer: Duke is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing employment opportunity without regard to an individual's age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, (including pregnancy and pregnancy related conditions), sexual orientation, or military status.

Duke aspires to create a community built on collaboration, innovation, creativity, and belonging. Our collective success depends on the robust exchange of ideas—an exchange that is best when the rich diversity of our perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences flourishes. To achieve this exchange, it is essential that all members of the community feel secure and welcome, that the contributions of all individuals are respected, and that all voices are heard. All members of our community have a responsibility to uphold these values.

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