Laboratory Research Technician (Part Time/Contractual C2)

University of Maryland•Baltimore, MD

2d•Onsite

About The Position

This is a PART-TIME (20 hours/week), CONTRACTUAL C2 position. University of Maryland, Baltimore (UMB) is currently seeking a PART-TIME, CONTRACTUAL C2 Laboratory Research Technician to join the School of Medicine - Department of Pharmacology and Physiology. Under direct supervision, the individual will perform routine bioanalytical, chemical, or physical tests according to standardized processes, and perform other laboratory activities and maintenance.

Requirements

Bachelors degree in a biological or chemical science.
None
General knowledge of the principles and practices of natural and/or chemical sciences; of the safe and proper handling and disposal of applicable specimens, materials and equipment.
Ability to perform laboratory procedures using applicable equipment and techniques; to communicate effectively both orally and in writing; to use computers and related software applications; to lift, transport and deliver materials and stock laboratory supplies and goods; to wear and work in personal protective equipment.

Responsibilities

Performs routine biological procedures such as gel electrophoresis, blotting, chromatography, and DNA extractions; chemical procedures such as simple synthesis, or product isolation, or biophysical procedures such as optical and kinetics measurements.
Prepares chemical solutions, media, reagents, stains, and buffers.
Assists in conducting routine assays such as enzyme-linked immunosorbent assays (ELISA) and complement fixations.
Assists with sterile procedures.
Performs clinical processes such as cell or tissue cultures.
Collects, prepares, and processes specimens.
Develops and prints film detailing biochemical or other analyses.
Assists in conducting research on current scientific literature using computerized applications.
Collects, records, and enters research data.
Performs wipe tests, general housekeeping of laboratory, and operation of laboratory equipment such as centrifuges, meters, microscopes, incubators, autoclaves, spectrometers, and gas and liquid chromatographs.
Maintains chemicals and equipment inventory.