Research Lab Tech IV, Surgery

Advocate Health and Hospitals Corporation • Wake Forest, NC

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Under general supervision, plans, develops, modifies, and implements previously developed and original experimental procedures in a research laboratory exercising independent judgment based upon specialized theoretical knowledge of the applicable science. Provides direction and guidance to technicians and staff in the laboratory.

Requirements

• Ability to understand and follow simple oral and written directions
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others
• Ability to operate laboratory equipment
• Knowledge of the maintenance of routine records and reports
• Bachelor's degree in the Biological and/or Physical Sciences with four years of related chemical/research experience.

Nice To Haves

• Master's degree in Biology or related Physical Science with two years of laboratory experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Consults with principal investigator in the planning, developing, and implementation of clinical/research projects.
• Develops control procedures for test standardization.
• Develops experimental techniques for specimen and tissue analyses utilized in complex laboratory procedures.
• Reviews scientific journals, abstracts, and other research literature to obtain or verify additional information used in the design and development of original procedures or techniques related to the research/clinical projects.
• Prepares detailed reports on the results of experiments, discusses with principal investigator the interpretation of the results, and collaborates in the preparation of scientific manuscripts for publication.
• Supervises and coordinates the operation, training, and staffing of laboratory activities. Schedules and determines work priorities.
• Maintains facilities and equipment supplies.
• Develops and establishes laboratory work procedures, methods, and policies.
• Interviews technical applicants, recommends employee selection and related personnel actions.
• Performs other related duties incidental to the work described herein.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• Generous retirement offerings
• Programs that invest in your career development
• Paid Time Off programs
• Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
• Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
• Educational Assistance Program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level