Analytical Laboratory Technician

The Food Allergy Research and Resource Program (FARRP) works to develop and provide the food industry with credible information, expert opinions, tools, and services relating to allergenic foods, novel foods, and food ingredients including genetically modified products. FARRP takes a comprehensive approach, working and collaborating with research institutions, governmental authorities, consumer groups, and scientific societies around the globe to improve the safety of food products for consumers.

As an Analytical Laboratory Technician, you will:

• Use aseptic handling processes to clean, handle and store a large volume of sample preparation and reagent preparation vessels on a daily basis.

• Independently assess and address appropriate sample preparation and prepare samples for testing. Also, prepare large quantities of reagents.

• Identify potential areas of contamination.

• Receive samples into the laboratory and review documentation of samples already received.

• Store and dispose of samples.

• Complete documentation in strict adherence to SOP's and ISO:17025 requirements.

This position is located on Nebraska Innovation Campus in Lincoln, NE. Within the UNL system, this position is categorized as a Research Technician III.

At the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, we are committed to advancing knowledge, enriching lives, and contributing to the global community.

We invest in our employees through comprehensive benefits including:

• Tuition remission for full-time employees and dependents

• Retirement plans with university match

• Vacation, sick, and holiday pay

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance

• A diverse and inclusive workplace

We are looking for talented individuals like you to join our team and make a difference.

The University of Nebraska-Lincoln seeks to attract and retain a high performing and diverse workforce in which employees' differences are respected and valued to better meet the varying needs of the diverse populations we serve. The university fosters a diverse and inclusive work environment that promotes collaboration so that all individuals are able to participate and contribute to their full potential. As an EO/AA employer, qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, and/or political affiliation. See: http://www.unl.edu/equity/notice-nondiscrimination.