Laboratory Scientist (Fixed Term Contract)
About The Position
The Laboratory Scientist, under the supervision of the Associate Director, supports the research efforts of the Center for Tropical Biodiversity (CTB) by following established protocols and procedures to advance the characterization of natural products and their protein targets in humans. This role is responsible for carrying out laboratory management duties, including preparing solutions for common use, ordering chemicals and supplies, maintaining inventory, enabling the use of laboratory instruments, and ensuring the overall organization and functionality of the laboratory. The Laboratory Scientist also provides operational support by assisting in the coordination and scheduling of CTB meetings and activities, contributing to the efficient execution of the Center’s scientific and administrative objectives.
Requirements
- Well organized and detail-oriented with excellent written and oral communication skills.
- Self-motivated with the ability to work collaboratively in a high-paced, interdisciplinary team environment.
- Analytical thinking - the ability to quickly analyze data and transform it into meaningful insight.
- Excellent interpersonal skills - the ability to work effectively as part of a team in an unstructured environment; comfortable and effective in influencing at all levels; ability to tactfully give/receive constructive feedback.
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, in English and Spanish.
- Proficient in the use of Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
- Ability to follow directions, work independently, and perform detailed work in a high-paced, dynamic environment; handle multiple projects simultaneously; and ensure tasks are completed, and deadlines are met as required.
- Drive for results invigorated by challenges; willing to take risks and tackle large and complex tasks.
- Can take directions, work independently, and perform detailed work in high-paced. dynamic environment; handle multiple projects simultaneously; ensure tasks are completed and deadlines are met as required.
- BS/BA in Chemistry, Biology, Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Biotechnology or related field.
- At least 1-2 years of experience in an academic or industrial research or manufacturing setting.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with data management (R or Python) is a plus.
Responsibilities
- Maintain an up-to-date, organized, and legible laboratory journal that records all experiments in detail and ensures that other laboratory members do the same.
- Remains knowledgeable and competent in all policies, procedures and protocols.
- Prepares solutions and reagents for common use.
- Orders the necessary reagents, supplies and other consumables.
- Maintains laboratory equipment and assists in troubleshooting.
- Keeps an inventory of supplies and reagents.
- Comply with safety guidelines and procedures and adheres to regulatory mandates.
- Maintains proficiency in all computer functions and data storage.
- Assists in the organization of meetings and activities of the CTB.
- Adheres to attendance policy, begins work as scheduled.
- Works independently and when necessary, utilizes the available resources to maximize efficiency.
- Initiates communication with others; works well with others to ensure the work gets done to standard and on time; is accepting of and values individual differences.
- Participates in training students, employees and fellows.
- Participates in process improvement projects.
- Store data on approved, PRSTRT network drives.
- Since our organization is dynamic in nature, you can expect, anticipate, and assume that your job description will change to meet these challenges.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
