Research Lab Technician II
About The Position
This position is responsible for conducting standardized chemical, physical, and biological tests on experimental/clinical materials. The role involves performing various analyses such as micro-analysis, lipids analysis, enzyme studies, and chromatographic studies on different types of tissues and bodily fluids. The technician will also be responsible for setting up equipment, organizing materials, and preparing simple charts, graphs, and reports from collected data. Additionally, the role includes isolating and identifying microorganisms, training students and other personnel on technical procedures, collecting specimens, and performing minor animal surgery. Reviewing scientific literature is also a key part of the job to stay informed about research projects.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Biology, Chemistry, Zoology, or other related science, or high school diploma with four years of related clinical/ research experience.
- Ability to listen and communicate effectively
- Basic computer skills
- Knowledge of medical terminology to interact with medical staff regarding laboratory procedures and results
- Knowledge of medical equipment and instruments
- Knowledge of common safety hazards and universal precautions to establish a safe work environment
Responsibilities
- Conducts generally standardized chemical, physical, and biological tests on experimental/clinical materials.
- Performs micro-analysis, lipids analysis, enzyme studies, and chromatographic studies on various types of tissues, secretions, and excretions.
- Sets up equipment and organizes materials used in performing scheduled tests, experiments, and/or operations.
- Selects the appropriate experimental/clinical format from established standard formats and prepares simple charts, graphs, and reports from data obtained during research experiments and observations of research subjects.
- Isolates and identifies various microorganisms through established laboratory techniques.
- Trains and demonstrates to graduate students, medical students, and other technical personnel, a variety of technical procedures.
- Takes blood samples, pressures, and other specimens and measurements as required by research/clinical protocols. Inoculates research animals with various pathogens and performs minor animal surgery.
- Collects tissues and specimens for laboratory analysis; obtains samples, prepares, mounts, and stains tissue, blood, and other substances for microscopic examinations.
- Reviews scientific journals, abstracts, and other publications for information applicable to research projects.
- Performs other related duties incidental to the work described herein.
Benefits
- Comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs
- 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
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
