Lab Technician III - Part Time
About The Position
The Cell Culture Lab Assistant III is responsible for assisting the client with sample preparation, experimental assistance, and submission of technical reports for Consumer Products Research & Development. This associate will support Biosciences Research working in a Cell Culture lab. They will maintain various mammalian cell lines according to lab-specific cell culture practices, prepare cell culture media and solutions, and transcribe notes and/or data into organized Excel files. The associate may be trained on and assist with running routine bioassays, such as ELISA. They will also be trained on and perform routine histology sectioning, staining, and imaging. The associate will report to the Lead Scientist to receive weekly lab assignments, set work schedule, escalate technical difficulties, and submit technical reports.
Requirements
- Strong understanding of scientific principles/concepts, general laboratory skills needed, pipetting, making solutions, aseptic technique, documentation, understanding protocols/procedures
- Strong attention to detail and the ability to learn quickly
- Good customer service skills
- Proficient in basic programs such as Microsoft Word and Excel
- Experience with keeping a laboratory notebook
- Ability to work independently and work as part of a team
- Ability to effectively manage the day-to-day operations of laboratory
- Computational skills, able to understand and/or learn basic mathematical equations/calculations needed to work in the lab and analyze data
- Strong adherence and vigilance regarding job safety standards
- Adherence to company values
- Associate's Degree in biology or closely related field (or an equivalent combination of education and experience)
Nice To Haves
- Previous experience working in BSL-2 lab
- Previous experience working with mammalian cell culture or human source tissues
Responsibilities
- Support Biosciences Cell Culture research activities
- Maintain various mammalian cell lines in a cell culture lab (human, mammal, primary, immortalized)
- Follow client protocols for making Cell Culture media and/or solutions
- Execute standard bioassays, such as ELISA
- Transcribe physical notes and data into excel files, group sharepoint, and/or other documentation systems
- Perform routine histology work, such as using cyrotome for sectioning of tissues, routine cell culture staining, viewing under microscope, and imaging via multiple imaging systems.
- Sterile handling of samples and understanding of aseptic technique
- Lab upkeep, restocking supplies, safe disposal of wastes, cleaning, organizing
- Timely and accurate documentation of experimental notes, data, and results into various note booking systems (physical notebooks, logbooks, SharePoint files, and Excel)
- Support other Departmental research as needed.
- Follow the guidelines set forth with clients and in the company Quality, Health, Safety, Security and Environmental policies and procedures.
- Comply with clients and company management systems in accordance with appropriate regulatory agencies.
- Follows the guidelines set forth in by clients and the company Quality Manual and Safety / Chemical Hygiene Plan.
- Other duties as defined by Manager, department needs and workload.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
