Research Technician I

Work Arrangement: On-Site

Requisition Number: 272205

Regular or Temporary: Regular

Location:

Durham, NC, US, 27710

Personnel Area: MEDICAL CENTER

Date: Jul 9, 2026

School of Medicine Established in 1930, Duke University School of Medicine is the youngest of the nation's top medical schools. Ranked sixth among medical schools in the nation, the School takes pride in being an inclusive community of outstanding learners, investigators, clinicians, and staff where interdisciplinary collaboration is embraced and great ideas accelerate translation of fundamental scientific discoveries to improve human health locally and around the globe. Composed of more than 2,600 faculty physicians and researchers, nearly 2,000 students, and more than 6,200 staff, the Duke University School of Medicine along with the Duke University School of Nursing, and Duke University Health System comprise Duke Health, a world-class academic medical center. The Health System encompasses Duke University Hospital, Duke Regional Hospital, Duke Raleigh Hospital, Duke Health Integrated Practice, Duke Primary Care, Duke Home Care and Hospice, Duke Health and Wellness, and multiple affiliations.

Occupational Summary:

Woods/McClain Lab is seeking a Research Technician I to assist our team in conducting a variety of investigations in the planning, development and implementation of experimental procedures within the overall scope of research projects.

Job description – Research Tech I, Woods/McClain Lab

Perform molecular and biological procedures.

Work closely with clinical research staff in the collections, handling, processing, and inventory management of clinical research biospecimens.

Maintain barcode-based chain-of-custody tracking and electronic inventory management of clinical samples and derivatives for current and future research uses.

Maintain a current and well-detailed laboratory notebook and data management plan for all experiments.

Assist with general lab tasks such as media presentation, restocking of lab supplies, preparation of buffers and solutions, and other basic tasks.

Review lab methods and protocols, scientific journals, abstracts and other literature for information applicable to research experiments

Perform other related duties incidental to the work described herein.

Minimum Experience & Skills Required:

Work requires a bachelor’s degree in biology, zoology, chemistry or other science related scientific field. Basic knowledge and skills in molecular laboratory techniques are strongly desired, along with excellent communication, organizational and analytical skills.

Anticipated Pay Range: Duke University provides an annual base salary range for this position as USD $20.00 to USD $27.02. Duke University considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position; candidate's work experience, education/training, and key skills; internal peer equity; as well as market and organizational considerations when extending an offer.

Your total compensation goes beyond the dollars on your paycheck. Duke provides comprehensive and competitive medical and dental care programs, generous retirement benefits, and a wide array of family-friendly and cultural programs to eligible team members. Learn more at: https://hr.duke.edu/benefits/

Equal Opportunity Employer: Duke is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing employment opportunity without regard to an individual's age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy and pregnancy- related conditions), sexual orientation, or military status.

Duke aspires to create a community built on collaboration, innovation, creativity, and belonging. Our collective success depends on the robust exchange of ideas—an exchange that is best when the rich diversity of our perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences flourishes. To achieve this exchange, it is essential that all members of the community feel secure and welcome, that the contributions of all individuals are respected, and that all voices are heard. All members of our community have a responsibility to uphold these values.

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