HS Research Tech 3
Requisition ID
req35840
Working Title
HS Research Tech 3 -Ortho Microsurgery Lab
Position Grade
10
Position Summary
This position is for
Microsurgery Lab Technologist who will be teaching Graduates from various
surgical disciplines on how to perform repair of structures at the 1mm
diameter. The ideal candidate will perform a range of standard to moderately
advanced and complex research assignments, under detailed and controlled
protocol parameters, in a health sciences laboratory, clinical, and/or field
research setting. Conducts a variety of tests and procedures of an advanced,
technically complex nature; prepares data, samples, and/or specimens, and sets
up and operates moderately complex and/or advanced laboratory equipment.
Independently conducts assignments and provides initial summary analyses to
investigators; may provide specific guidance and training to entry-level
technicians and/or interns.
HS Research Tech 3
–Duties and Responsibilities:
• Coordinates the setup, execution, and quality control
of routine to complex scientific experiments, tests, and/or field studies,
within general protocol parameters
• Independently compiles, manipulates, and analyzes
research data and prepares preliminary reports, summary analyses, and
interpretations of results for investigators.
• Selects, modifies, and/or adapts equipment or
procedures to specific project requirements; may participate in the design
of routine experiments and/or testing instruments and procedures.
• Participates or provides input as appropriate into the
development and/or coordination of specific research and/or data analysis
protocols.
• Oversees and coordinates the utilization and
maintenance of research facilities, equipment, and supplies.
• Teaches, instructs, and/or updates others in laboratory
research techniques and equipment usage.
• May provide functional direction to consultants and
lower level technicians on assigned work.
• Practices safety, environmental, and/or infection
control methods.
• Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.
See the Position Description for additional information.
Conditions of Employment
• For individual positions in which driving is a job requirement, a valid NM driver's license and valid UNM driver's permit will be required.
• Successful candidate must submit to post-offer, pre-employment physical examination and medical history check.
• Annual TB testing may be required if working in a patient care area.
Minimum Qualifications
High school diploma or GED; at least 5 years of experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified.
Completed degree(s) from an accredited institution that are above the minimum education requirement may be substituted for experience on a year for year basis.
Preferred Qualifications
Preferred qualifications:
• Animal
handling experience (rats).
• Drug
injection experience.
• Microscopy
experience.
• Surgical
experience.
• Lab
management skills.
• Familiarity
with orthopedics.
• Ability
to use Topaz system protocol for managing Microsurgery animal laboratory
procedures.
Additional Requirements
Campus
Health Sciences Center (HSC) - Albuquerque, NM
Department
Orthopaedics Administration (497B)
Employment Type
Staff
Staff Type
On-Call
Term End Date
Status
Non-Exempt
Pay
Hourly: $19.56 - $26.58
Benefits Eligible
This is a non-benefits eligible position.
ERB Statement
As a condition of employment, eligible employees working greater than .25 FTE as determined by the New Mexico Education Retirement Act must make mandatory retirement contributions. For more information, review the Benefits Eligibility at a Glance grid.
Background Check Required
Yes
For Best Consideration Date
2/25/2026
Eligible for Remote Work
No
Eligible for Remote Work Statement
Application Instructions
Only applications submitted through
the official UNMJobs site will be accepted. If you are viewing this job
advertisement on a 3rd party site, please
visit UNMJobs to submit an application.
Please provide -Cover Letter - please indicate in your cover letter how you fulfill minimum qualifications. Resume'-please make sure your resume' is current. -3 references are required - professional references preferred.
Positions posted with a Staff Type of Regular or Term are eligible for the Veteran Preference Program. See the Veteran Preference Program webpage for additional details.
The University of New Mexico is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.
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