Research Technician - Olby Lab

Posting Details

Job Posting Information

Posting Number

PG194768SP

Internal Recruitment

No

Working Title

Research Technician - Olby Lab

Anticipated Hiring Range

$40,000 - $45,000

Work Schedule

Monday - Friday, 8:00am - 5:00pm (may vary depending on study needs)

Job Location

Raleigh, NC

Department

Department of Clinical Sciences

About the Department

The Department of Clinical Sciences has 60 faculty members, 59 residents, interns, and post-doctoral fellows, 23 graduate students, and 24 research technicians and 3 administrative staff. The department provides learning opportunities within the four-year veterinary curriculum (educational information) and through continuing education for practitioners. Within the Veterinary Health Complex, faculty and staff provide care for patients, teach veterinary students, and provide advanced training for interns and residents.

Faculty are very active in research programs to improve the health and welfare of animals and people. The Comparative Biomedical Sciences graduate program allows graduate students to focus their research in the areas of cell biology, infectious diseases, pharmacology, pathology, and population medicine. Other graduate programs with which departmental faculty are affiliated include programs in immunology, physiology, toxicology and functional genomics. Faculty are also involved with the Fisheries, Wildlife and Conservation Biology graduate program.

Wolfpack Perks and Benefits

As a Pack member, you belong here, and can enjoy exclusive perks designed to enhance your personal and professional well-being. As you consider this opportunity, we encourage you to review our Employee Value Propositionand learn more about what makes NC State the best place to learn and work for everyone.

What we offer:

Medical, Dental, and Vision

Flexible Spending Account

Retirement Programs

Disability Plans

Life Insurance

Accident Plan

Paid Time Off and Other Leave Programs

12 Holidays Each Year

Tuition and Academic Assistance

And so much more! Attain Work-life balance with our Childcare benefits, Wellness & Recreation Membership, and Wellness Programs that aim to build a thriving wolfpack community.

Disclaimer: Perks and Benefit eligibility is based on Part-Time or Full-Time Employment status. Eligibility and Employer Sponsored Plans can be found within each of the links offered.

Essential Job Duties

The Research Technician will support the Olby Lab's clinical trial and longitudinal study databases by managing data entry and assisting with animal handling for study assessments. This role plays a key part in ensuring data quality and supporting post-doctoral and graduate research projects in a collaborative research environment.

Key Responsibilities:

Collect, monitor, and record research data to ensure accuracy, validity, and integrity.

Maintain and manage study databases, including entering and exporting data for analysis.

Perform data quality control checks and summarize outcome measures.

Assist in preparing study subjects for experimental procedures and ensure adherence to sanitation and safety protocols.

Support research projects through behavioral analysis of videos, retrieval of data from activity monitors and pressure mats, and assistance with dog handling.

Contribute to the documentation of research findings and provide general research support to post-doctoral fellows and graduate students. If you are detail-oriented, eager to learn, and excited to contribute to meaningful research in animal behavior and neuroscience, we encourage you to apply and join our dedicated team in the Olby Lab.

Other Responsibilities

In addition to the core responsibilities of this role, there may be occasional opportunities to take on additional duties. This offers an opportunity to build on your skills, explore new areas, and gain a deeper understanding of the department's operations.

Qualifications

Minimum Experience/Education

Demonstrated possession of the competencies necessary to perform the work.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience or academic background in behavioral sciences or a related field.

Proficiency with data spreadsheets and comfort learning new software systems.

Experience handling and working with dogs and cats in a research or clinical setting.

Applied understanding of biostatistics and data interpretation.

Strong attention to detail and commitment to maintaining data accuracy and research integrity.

Required License or Certification

N/A

Valid NC Driver's License required

No

Commercial Driver's License Required?

No

Recruitment Dates and Special Instructions

Job Open Date

11/24/2025

Earliest Close Date (Positions will be posted until 5:00 PM ET on this date. Positions remaining posted after this date are still accepting applications but may close at any time.)

12/02/2025

Notice to Applicants

Please note that the work history on your resume, must also be included in your application.

Special Instructions

Please include a resume, cover letter and contact information for three professional references

Position Details

Position Number

00111655

Position Type

SHRA

Position Classification Band Title

Research Technician

Position Classification Band Level

Journey

Position Classification Salary Range

$ 34,320 - $ 72,734

Salary Grade Equivalency

MH04

Alternate Option

If no applicants apply who meet the required competency level and training & experience requirements, then management may consider other applicants. Salary would be determined based on competencies, equity, budget, and market considerations.

Full Time Equivalent (FTE) (1.0 = 40 hours/week)

1.0

Appointment

12 Month Recurring

Mandatory Designation - Adverse Weather

Non Mandatory - Adverse Weather

Mandatory Designation - Emergency Events

Mandatory - Medical Emergencies

Time Limited Position

No

Time-Limited Appointment Length (if applicable)

No

Department Id

195001 - Department of Clinical Sciences

EEO

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