Lab Assistant

Company: Tulane University

Job Location: New Orleans, Louisiana

Category: Laboratory and Research

Type: Full-Time

Summary

Assists senior lab personnel with animal colony, science experiments, poster preparation and maintenance of inventory of lab supplies such as reagents, pipets and restock supplies.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of basic scientific technology
• Good oral and written communication skills
• Ability to manage and maintain animal colony
• Genotyping and provide mutant mouse for further experiment
• Knowledge of basic laboratory safety requirements
• Computer skills dexterity required for data entry and retrieval of information
• Analytical skills necessary to operate laboratory computers, printers and laboratory equipment
• Self-directed with the ability to work independently.
• Ability to read and perform basic math calculations
• Perform routine lab work/tasks assigned by PI and supervisor

Required Education and/or Experience:

High School Diploma or equivalent with no experience required

Preferred Qualifications:

Preferred Bachelor's degree and one year of directly related experience

Compensation Information

This position is classified as "non-exempt, hourly" and is assigned to pay grade 20. Tulane offers a variety of options to enhance your health and well-being so that you may enjoy more out of life now and in the future. Learn more about Life at Tulane as well as our Benefits and Pay. See our Candidate Resources to learn more about our hiring process and what to expect.

How to Apply:

This position will close on the date it is filled. Please Note: Depending on your role and the department in which you work, you may be expected to adhere to COVID-19 requirements, such as vaccinations and booster shots. Click "Apply Now" to apply for this job. Tulane University is an equal opportunity educator and employer committed to providing an education and employment environment free of unlawful discrimination, harassment, and retaliation. Tulane University is responsible for providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities throughout the applicant screening process. If you need assistance in completing an application or during any phase of the interview process, please contact the Office of Human Resources by phone at 504-865-4748 or by email at hr@tulane.edu.