Laboratory Technician III

Laboratory Technician III Requisition ID: 2026-10726 # of Openings: 1 Location: US-UT-Logan Category: Research (non-Faculty) Position Type: Benefited Full-Time Job Classification: Non-Exempt College: College of Veterinary Medicine Department: Veterinary Clinical and Life Sciences Advertised Salary: $45,333 annually plus excellent benefits Overview The newly established Comparative and Translational Veterinary Pharmacology Laboratory in the Department of Veterinary Clinical and Life Sciences at Utah State University, led by Dr. Stephanie Martinez, is seeking a meticulous, reliable, and collaborative Lab Technician III to support a broad range of translational research activities. The technician will play a key role in operating and maintaining the laboratory's liquid chromatography-tandem mass spectrometry (LC-MS/MS) system, performing in vitro metabolism and pharmacology assays and molecular biology techniques, supporting daily laboratory operations, and processing, organizing, and documenting laboratory samples and biological samples from veterinary species. The successful applicant will receive training in laboratory procedures, instrumentation, software, and compliance practices that are new to them, and will be expected to perform assigned procedures independently after training. This position requires exceptional attention to detail, integrity, strong organizational skills, and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team, with sound judgment about when to troubleshoot independently and when to seek guidance. The ideal candidate has a background in analytical chemistry and molecular biology and values variety, precision, and teamwork while contributing to research that improves the safety and efficacy of therapeutics across veterinary species. This is a 0.75 FTE benefited position with additional funding secured to increase the position from 0.75 to 1.0 FTE through August 31,2030. This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. U.S. Work Authorization is required for the duration of employment. For full consideration please submit your complete application (cover letter, resume/CV, and three references) by October 5, 2026. Job offer is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. Responsibilities * Perform precision sample preparation and operate, maintain, and document analytical LC-MS/MS workflows for the quantification of drugs and metabolites in biological matrices using validated bioanalytical methods. Assist with method development and validation activities as directed. * Conduct molecular biology, biochemical, and in vitro drug metabolism and pharmacology assays, including DNA/RNA extractions, PCR-based techniques, immunoblotting, cell culture, microsome preparation and incubations, and plate-based assays. * Support workflows for biological samples collected from veterinary species, including receiving, transporting, processing, labeling, aliquoting, storing, tracking, and documenting samples in accordance with SOPs, biosafety requirements, and study protocols. Depending on training, experience, and study needs, the technician may also assist with sample collection procedures under... For full info follow application link. USU recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting the university's academic mission of learning, discovery, and engagement. USU is an Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate in any of its programs and activities based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, genetic information, sexual orientation or gender identity/expression, dis ability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by University policy or local, state, or federal law (https://equity.usu.edu/non-discrimination).