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Base pay range
$20.40 / hr - $30.60 / hr
Major Responsibilities
- Performs reagent preparation and quality control, including measuring, mixing, calculating, completing documentation and data collection / entry according to policies and procedures.
- Processes and ships biospecimens according to protocol.
- Collaborates with other departments to obtain appropriate information and / or research and biological specimens as appropriate.
- Orders, receives, stocks supplies; maintains appropriate inventory of commonly used chemicals, solutions, supplies; removes outdated materials as appropriate.
- Performs minor preventative maintenance, adjustments and repairs on equipment to ensure instruments proper function.
- Washes, sterilizes, decontaminates laboratory equipment and facilities.
- Assists with performance of experimental procedures and basic biological / chemical assays, data analysis, literature searches, preparation of standard operating procedures and reports as needed.
Licensure, Registration, And / or Certification Required
None Required.Education Required
Associate\'s Degree (or equivalent knowledge) in Biology, orAssociate\'s Degree (or equivalent knowledge) in Chemistry or related field.Experience Required
Typically requires 2 years of experience in college-level course work with laboratory component.Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required
Knowledge of and ability to conduct, document and analyze basic laboratory assays with supervisionAbility to perform measuring / pipetting and operate laboratory and computer equipmentBasic personal computer skills including Microsoft Office suite of programsAbility to work as a member of a diverse teamAbility to work with a high degree of accuracy and attention to detailExcellent communication and organizational skillsAbility to work / take on-call rotation some evenings and weekends to accommodate research lab needs.Physical Requirements And Working Conditions
Operates all equipment necessary to perform the job.Must be able to sit for extended periods of time as well as stand and walk throughout each workday.Must be able to stand, walk, lift (approximately 40 lbs.), squat, bend, twist, kneel, and reach above the shoulders at various times in each workday.Occasionally moves 50-60 lbs. at shoulder level (heavy carboys).Fine hand motor manipulation required for performing measuring / pipetting and operation of laboratory and computer equipment.May be exposed to mechanical, electrical, chemical, biological (blood and body fluid) radiation hazards; and therefore, personal protective equipment must be worn as necessary.Must have functional speech, vision, smell, touch, and hearing.In some lab areas such as the animal lab, will come in contact to animals and / or dander; therefore should not have allergies to animals / dander.This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties.
Seniority level
Not ApplicableEmployment type
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