Research Technician

Love + medicine is who we are, it's what we do, it's why people want to work here. If you're looking for a job to love, apply today. Schedule Weekly Hours: 40 "This job posting is for a position as a molecular biologist working with various Herpesviruses and Bacteriophage. The Research Technician will work independently to support research projects to assist the Virology Research Lab Director. These projects will include cloning, mutagenesis, PCR, DNA sequencing, cell culture, and synthetic biology as well as routine laboratory housekeeping tasks (making media, cleaning glassware, etc). " What's Available: Full Time, 40 hours a week 8 hour shifts, 7:00am-5:00pm Starting pay of $20.79/hr and up, based on your years of experience What You Will Need: Bachelor's degree in Biology Previous experience in a laboratory setting is preferred What You'll Get: A highly adaptable and mission-driven organization with a work environment that supports you personally and professionally and a work culture where you are valued and appreciated Competitive Compensation: Enjoy an attractive hourly rate, based on your years of experience, as well as generous shift differentials, ensuring your skills and dedication are valued and rewarded A comprehensive and generous benefits package (Medical, Dental, Life Ins, HSA/FSA) ensuring your comfort and well-being as a valuable team member Substantial retirement contribution including a 401k match & annual discretionary base contribution Work/Life Balance: Paid Time Off (PTO) combines vacation, sick, and personal days into one balance to allow you the flexibility to use your time off as you need Support for your career growth through Professional Development Opportunities, our Tuition Investment Program, and Career Development Center Other benefits include a Wellness program with incentives, employer-paid life insurance and AD&D, optional short-term and long-term disability coverage, an employee assistance program, identity theft protection, pet insurance, Inspire & Celebrate colleague recognition and rewards program, a discount program, and more. Unlimited potential at one of the leading health systems in the midwestern United States Join our passionate team and make a difference in the daily lives of our patients. If you are motivated, skilled, and dedicated to delivering exceptional laboratory services, we would love to hear from you. About Gundersen Health System: Gundersen Health System is a physician-led, not-for-profit healthcare system that includes a teaching hospital; community clinics; affiliate hospitals, clinics, and nursing homes; behavioral health services; vision centers; pharmacies; and air and ground ambulance services. We serve more than 500,000 residents throughout 19 counties throughout western Wisconsin, northeastern Iowa, and southeastern Minnesota. Our La Crosse, WI main campus is a 325-bed teaching hospital, tertiary referral center, and a Level II Trauma Center. Together, we inspire your best life by relentlessly caring, learning, and innovating. If you need assistance with any portion of the application or have questions about the position, please contact or call We inspire your best life by relentlessly caring, learning and innovating. This is our purpose. Together with our values - belonging, respect, excellence, accountability, teamwork and humility - our pillars set our foundation and our future. Equal Opportunity Employer