Job Description
Posting Number req25953 Department Sarver Heart Center Department Website Link https://heart.arizona.edu/ Location Tucson Campus Address Tucson, AZ USA Position Highlights This position conducts and supports laboratory or field research by setting up and conducting experiments in lab. Develops, adapts, and builds equipment, procedures, and techniques to fit specific experiment requirements. Operates, maintains, and troubleshoots equipment, instruments, and apparatuses. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Outstanding U of A benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; U of A/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; retirement plans; access to U of A recreation and cultural activities; and more! The University of Arizona has been recognized for our innovative work-life programs. Duties & Responsibilities Conduct scientific research. This includes learning techniques such as: protein assay, immunohistochemistry, and cell culture with downstream analysis. Attend weekly lab meeting to present project updates. Participate in development of scientific projects, grant writing, and manuscript writing and preparation. Develop scientific figures for projects. Stay up to date with literature. Attend and partake in local seminars and conferences. Lab maintenance, including Mopping/sweeping, Decontamination, Refill disinfectant, Cleaning lab supplies. This job posting reflects the general nature and level of work expected of the selected candidate(s). It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. The institution reserves the right to amend or update this description as organizational priorities and institutional needs evolve. Minimum Qualifications High school diploma or high school diploma equivalency is required. Prior work experience not required. Preferred Qualifications FLSA Non-Exempt Full Time/Part Time Full Time Number of Hours Worked per Week 40 Job FTE 1.0 Work Calendar Fiscal Job Category Research Benefits Eligible Yes - Full Benefits Rate of Pay $16.50-$18.75 Compensation Type hourly rate Grade 2 Compensation Guidance The Rate of Pay Field represents the University of Arizona’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. The University considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, and internal equity. The Grade Range represent a full range of career compensation growth over time. The university offers compensation growth opportunities within its career architecture. To learn more about compensation, please review our Applicant Compensation Guide and our Total Rewards Calculator. Career Stream and Level OC1 Job Family Research & Lab Job Function Research Type of criminal background check required: Name-based criminal background check (non-security sensitive) Number of Vacancies 1 Target Hire Date Expected End Date Contact Information for Candidates Gerry Flores | gflores007@arizona.edu Open Date 5/8/2026 Open Until Filled Yes Documents Needed to Apply Resume and Cover Letter Special Instructions to Applicant Notice of Availability of the Annual Security and Fire Safety Report In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Campus Safety Act (Clery Act), each year the University of Arizona releases an Annual Security Report (ASR) for each of the University’s campuses. These reports disclose information including Clery crime statistics for the previous three calendar years and policies, procedures, and