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Laboratory Technician II

University Of Florida

Job Location:

Santa Rosa - Philippines

Hourly Salary: PHP 19 - 24

Posted: 4 September 2026 (4 days ago)

Application Deadline: 2 December 2026

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Classification Title:	Laboratory Technician II
Classification Minimum Requirements:	Associates degree in an appropriate area of specialization and two years of related experience or a high school diploma and four years of related experience. Appropriate college course work or vocational/technical training may substitute at an equivalent rate for the required experience.
Job Description:	Data Review and Research Visualization Uses software such as ArcMap R Google Earth Engine Behave Plus Excel Word and PowerPoint to support forest ecology and management research. Collects organizes and review field data and remotely sensed information develops visualizations for presentations and reporting and supports writing of data management methods protocols and results. Field Research in Forest Ecology and Management Support field-based forest ecology and management research including identification and measurement of plants wildlife and fuels as well as other data collection under challenging environmental conditions (e.g. steep or wet terrain). Prepares and maintains field equipment for deployment. May travel between the Milton Campus Jay Research Facility and additional research sites within and outside Florida and may operate a state vehicle as required. Teaching Support and Instructional Assistance Prepares instructional materials for courses and assists with laboratory teaching and grading as needed. Maintains records and manages inventory of supplies and equipment required for teaching activities. Laboratory and Field Resource Management Maintains laboratory and field records and manages inventories of supplies and chemicals required for research activities. Research Coordination and Personnel Support Assists in planning and coordinating work assignments and research activities for graduate students and part-time employees. May also participate in candidate interviews. Performs other duties as assigned. The incumbent is expected to work independently while maintaining regular communication with the Principal Investigator Must have a valid US Drivers License
Expected Salary:	Pay rate range from $19.15/hr - $24.91/hr; compensation is negotiable and commensurate with experience
Required Qualifications:	Associates degree in an appropriate area of specialization and two years of related experience or a high school diploma and four years of related experience. Appropriate college course work or vocational/technical training may substitute at an equivalent rate for the required experience. Valid US drivers license.
Preferred:	A Bachelors or Masters degree in ecology forestry natural resource conservation or a related field. The ability to hike to and conduct methodical field work in the face of biting insects hot humid conditions and physically challenging field sites is needed. Must be able to think critically and independently solve problems in the field. Must be able to lift/pack up to 25 lbs and be able to squat/kneel for extended periods of time for measurements and sample collection. Previous experience conducting plant animal or timber field surveys/sampling and experience assisting with or conducting prescribed fires would be an asset. Knowledge of data acquisition sorting and presentation is desired. Experience with Microsoft Office Suite is desired. Experience with GIS and/or R statistical software for data visualization and analyses would be an asset; however candidates with an eagerness to learn these programs and skills are encouraged to apply. The candidate should have strong organizational skills that will allow them to maintain field and lab equipment inventories data inventories etc. Must have the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Special Instructions to Applicants:	In order to be considered you must upload your cover letter and resume. Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (CT) of the posting end date. This position is eligible for veterans preference. If you are claiming veterans preference please upload a copy of your DD 214 Member Copy 4 with your application for consideration. See ourVeterans Preference Pagefor more specific information.
Health Assessment Required:	No