Research Technician

Position Information

General Information

Vacancy Open to All Candidates Employment Type Permanent - Full-time If time-limited, note appointment end date Hours per week 40 Months per year 12 Position Number 002770 NC Salary Grade Equivalency MH04 Classification Title Research Technician - Contributing Working Title Research Technician Salary Range $34,320 - $37,080 Anticipate Hiring Range $34,320 - $37,080 FLSA Status Non Exempt Division Academic Affairs Department College of Science (Col) Work Unit Chemistry Work Schedule

9:00 am - 6:00 pm Monday and Wednesday - Friday, and Tuesday 1:00 pm - ~9:00 pm (until labs end).

Primary Purpose of Position

Support the Chemistry Department through maintaining the Chemistry laboratories and Prep Room, preparation, setup, and restocking of chemicals and equipment for 1000- and 2000-level labs. Responsible for stockroom billing, safe and orderly handling, and storage of chemicals.

Minimum Education/Experience

Required Minimum Qualifications:

Demonstrated possession of the competencies necessary to perform the work.

Note: Some state job postings state you can qualify by an 'equivalent combination of education and experience.' If that language appears above, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both.

Essential Job Duties

• Prepare chemical solutions and materials for General Chemistry and Organic teaching labs.
• Work as part of the Prep Room Team supporting all Chemistry teaching and Research labs in the Chemistry Department.
• Manage purchase orders, process all deliveries, and deliver to the correct locations.
• Monitor, train, and help manage student workers.

Other Work Responsibilities

• Assist with lab safety and safety equipment management.
• Perform work in a safe, efficient, and organized manner.
• Assist Researchers and Faculty with extra duties as needed and as part of the Prep Room Team.
• Create a work plan from a list of tasks and goals.
• Other duties, as assigned.

Departmental Preferred Experience, Skills, Training/Education

• Knowledge of chemical handling and storage procedures.
• Experience with basic lab equipment and instruments: chemical balances, pH meters, spectrometers.
• Understand chemical nomenclature, formulas, equations, and symbols.
• Ability to perform mathematical calculations involving chemical formulas and concepts. (Molarity, Titration, Concentration, etc.)
• Ability to lift 40 lbs., climb ladders, and move materials safely.

Necessary Licenses or Certifications Work Location Burson Posting date 07/09/2026 Closing date 07/16/2026 Proposed Hire Date 08/01/2026 Contact Information Special Notes to Applicants

• The finalist will be subject to a Criminal Background Check and/or a Motor Vehicle Report
• The Search Committee will not contact references without first verifying permission with the

finalist.

• Please ensure your application reflects the knowledge, skills, abilities, and experiences to support your answers to the supplemental questions.
• Do not write 'see resume' on your application when completing the job duties section.
• UNC Charlotte Benefits Information: https://hr.charlotte.edu/benefits/benefits-overview/

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• • How did you hear about this employment opportunity?

• UNC Charlotte Website

• HERC Job Board

• Inside Higher Education

• Mitratech Circa (formerly known as Local JobNetwork)

• Another Website

• Agency Referral

• Advertisement/Publication

• Personal Referral

• Other

• Where did you learn about this posting?

(Open Ended Question)

• • Do you have demonstrated possession of the competencies necessary to perform the work?

• Yes

• No

• • Please describe your experience with chemical nomenclature, formulas, equations, symbols and with basic lab equipment and instruments: chemical balances, pH meters, and spectrometers.

(Open Ended Question)

• • Please describe your knowledge of chemical handling and storage procedures.

(Open Ended Question)

• • Do you have the ability to perform mathematical calculations involving chemical formulas and concepts i.e. molarity, titration, etc.?
• No
• Yes

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Resume / Curriculum Vitae
• Cover Letter / Letter of Interest

Optional Documents