Research Laboratory Technician - Comprehensive Cancer Center

American Addiction Centers • Winston-Salem, NC

1d • $27 - $40 • Onsite

About The Position

This position is for a Research Laboratory Technician at the Comprehensive Cancer Center within Wake Forest University Health Sciences. The role is full-time, 40 hours per week, with a schedule of Monday to Friday, 8 AM to 5 PM. This is a grant-funded position. The technician will consult with the principal investigator on research plans, modify laboratory procedures, prepare reports on experimental results, and review scientific literature. Responsibilities include conducting complex chemical, physical, and biological tests, performing various analyses on tissues and excretions, monitoring research animals, and potentially performing minor animal surgery. The role also involves supervising and training students and lower-level technicians, operating specialized laboratory instruments, and maintaining inventory of supplies.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in the biological and/or physical sciences with two years of related clinical/research experience; or an equivalent combination of education and 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

Nice To Haves

• Master's degree in biology or related physical science preferred.

Responsibilities

• Consults with principal investigator and assists in the development of plans for research experiments and data collection procedures.
• Modifies existing laboratory procedures and protocols to meet the needs of research projects as required.
• Prepares detailed reports on the results of experiments and discusses the interpretation of results with principal investigator.
• Reviews scientific journals, abstracts and other related literature for information concerning experimental procedures and supplemental support information. Organizes information for use in applicable research projects.
• Conducts complex chemical, physical, and biological tests on experimental materials.
• Performs micro-analysis, tepids analysis, enzyme studies, and chromatographic studies on various types of tissues, secretions, and excretions.
• Monitors the care of research animals; take blood samples, pressures, and other specimens and measurements as required by research protocols; and performs minor animal surgery.
• Supervises, trains, and reviews the work of students and lower-level technicians engaged in clinical/research laboratory work.
• Operates complex specialized laboratory instruments and instructs other personnel in the use and operations of these instruments.
• Maintains inventory of supplies, materials, and equipment as needed for laboratory operations.
• Performs other related duties incidental to the work described herein.

Benefits

• 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: Entry Level