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Research Technologist I

Versiti


Job Location:

Wauwatosa, WI - USA

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer
Posted: 6 October 2026 (3 days ago)
Application Deadline: 3 January 2027
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Overview

Versiti is a fusion of donors scientific curiosity and precision medicine that recognize the gifts of blood and life are precious. We are home to the world-renowned Blood Research Institute we enable life saving gifts from our donors and provide the science behind the medicine through our diagnostic laboratories. Versiti brings together outstanding minds with unparalleled experience in transfusion medicine transplantation stem cells and cellular therapies oncology and genomics diagnostic lab services and medical and scientific expertise. This combination of skill and knowledge results in improved patient outcomes higher quality services and reduced cost of care for hospitals blood centers hospital systems research and educational institutions and other health care providers. At Versiti we are passionate about improving the lives of patients and helping our healthcare partners thrive.

Position Summary
The Jarjour laboratory at Versiti Blood Research Institute is recruiting a Research Technologist II. Our laboratory was recently funded by a 5 year NIAID DP2 award. Our group focuses on tissue-resident immunity which supports organ homeostasis and acts as a first line of defense against pathogens tumors and other dangers. Remarkably resident leukocytes are locally maintained independent of the circulating immune system allowing them to become uniquely adapted to their home tissue and positioning them as key players in organ homeostasis. We seek to understand how resident immunity is maintained and how it evolves throughout life to enable new therapeutic interventions in human disease. Our lab is collaborative and founded on respect empowering every person to achieve their goals and to embrace curiosity as we explore the immune system.

Total Rewards Package

Compensation
The target salary is based on internal averages. Versiti sets salary ranges aligned to local markets in which the job is performed. Compensation decisions take into account internal salary averages and differentiation based on education experience skills and performance. Specific salary and benefits information is shared at the time of the phone screening based on your location and qualifications.

Benefits
Versiti provides a comprehensive benefits package based on your job classification. Full-time regular employes are eligible for Medical Dental and Vision Plans Paid Time Off (PTO) and Holidays Short- and Long-term disability life insurance 7% match dollar for dollar 401(k) voluntary programs discount programs others.

Responsibilities
  • Works with Principal Investigator to plan structure and execute research experiments.
  • Troubleshoots assays and customizes experimental tools
  • Coordinates external and internal resources necessary for completion of research plan
  • Generates clear and complete records of experimental work
  • Participates in publication of research results
  • Performs other duties as required or assigned to technically support scientific projects in the lab and other tasks that are assigned by Principal Investigator
  • Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties in this job classification
  • Understands and performs in accordance with all applicable regulatory and compliance requirements
  • Complies with all standard operating policies and procedures
Qualifications

Education

  • Bachelors Degree from an accredited college or university in biology chemistry or equivalent scientific discipline required

Experience

  • 1-3 years relevant laboratory experience required

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

  • Knowledge of theoretical basis of work being performed preferred
  • Ability to work independently with minimum supervision required
  • Proficient in research laboratory techniques required
  • Strong detail orientation and analytical ability required
  • Ability to accurately carry out experiments and tasks by following established guidelines required
  • Ability to prioritize and execute multiple tasks required
  • Effective organizational and communication skills required

Tools and Technology

  • Personal computer required
  • Specialized research equipment preferred

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Required Experience:

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About Company

Versiti’s mission is rooted in saving lives through blood donation, blood research, organ and tissue donation, diagnostic testing and more.

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