Lab Technician

Job Summary

Performs technical procedures and data analysis in the Leffler laboratory under minimal supervision by applying standard scientific techniques, analytical principles, and computer programming. Records observations and measurements and reports results. May be responsible for cleaning, disinfecting, and maintaining rooms and equipment. May assist with receipt and inspection of raw materials, maintaining the website, and ordering and stocking of materials and equipment.

Responsibilities

1. Confers with senior laboratory personnel regarding the procedures and techniques to be followed in conducting research and recommends modifications as needed.
2. Performs tests and procedures using laboratory equipment and the university high-performance computing cluster.
3. Monitors and assists with purchasing of laboratory supplies and materials.
4. Conducts literature reviews to obtain abstracts and information to be utilized in research.
5. Makes statistical calculations, analyzes data and prepares reports summarizing results.

Work Environment and Level of Frequency

Nearly Continuously: Office environment. Often: Infectious disease, oils (there is air or skin exposure to oils or other cutting fluids), hazards (includes a variety of physical conditions, such as proximity to moving mechanical parts, moving vehicles, electrical current, working on scaffolding and high places, or exposure to chemicals). Seldom: Exposure to animals.

Physical Requirements and Level of Frequency

Nearly Continuously: Hearing, listening, talking. Often: Repetitive hand motion (such as typing), walking, standing, sitting. Seldom: Bending, reaching overhead.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in biology, chemistry, or other scientific disciplines in a related field or equivalency (one year of education can be substituted for two years of related work experience) required; knowledge of complex laboratory techniques, equipment, terminology, materials and substances. Skilled in the use of laboratory equipment, ability to create and analyze statistical calculations and prepare reports required; and demonstrated human relations and effective communication skills also required. OSHA training and certification in animal care and use or the willingness to complete the certification may be required by some departments. Applicants must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description.

Preferences

(None specified)

Special Instructions

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Requisition Number: PRN38823B
Full Time or Part Time: Full Time
Work Schedule Summary: (Not specified)
Department: 00246 - Human Genetics
Location: Campus
Pay Rate Range: $18
Open Until Filled: Yes