Research Tech II- Flake Lab

Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia•Philadelphia, PA

About The Position

Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP) offers countless ways to change lives. Our diverse community of more than 20,000 Breakthrough Makers will inspire you to pursue passions, develop expertise, and drive innovation. At CHOP, your experience is valued; your voice is heard; and your contributions make a difference for patients and families. Join us as we build on our promise to advance pediatric care—and your career. CHOP does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, national origin, religion, or any other legally protected categories in any employment, training, or vendor decisions or programs. CHOP recognizes the critical importance of a workforce rich in varied backgrounds and experiences and engages in ongoing efforts to achieve that through equally varied and non-discriminatory means. A Brief Overview This entry-level research technical role participates in a planned research projects by performing research protocols, experimental procedures and other laboratory tasks under direct supervision. May occasionally exercise minimal discretion and judgment in execution and interpretation of experiments, and of data derived. This Research Technician position is with the Center for Fetal Research in the Flake laboratory at the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia. The Flake lab is currently working on an extrauterine system that supports extremely premature neonates. This novel technology offers the possibility of improving outcomes in a patient population with a high rate of mortality and morbidity. The successful candidate will support ongoing research in the lab by functioning as an independent practitioner providing intensive and critical care in an animal NICU. This does not require prior experience and the candidate will be extensively trained in all relevant job functions. The Research Technician will also be responsible for other tasks including lab inventory, aseptic scrub and surgical training, supply ordering, etc. This laboratory is a highly collaborative and supportive training environment in which successful candidates will be given the opportunity to directly contribute to projects, potentially resulting in authorship on scientific manuscripts. Recent graduates and those looking to gain experience before applying to medical or graduate school are encouraged to apply. While some laboratory experience is preferred, qualified candidates with a bachelor’s degree in biology, biochemistry, or related studies or have graduated on a pre-medical track will be considered as well.

Requirements

High School Diploma / GED Required
At least one (1) year of related classroom experience or successful completion of a technical training program (eg. Wistar, WPSI) and research laboratory experience Required
Intermediate understanding of lab procedures, protocols, and equipment.
Basic exposure to lab specific experiments / techniques and scientific analysis
Excellent verbal and written communications skills
Excellent organizational skills
Solid critical thinking / problem-solving skills
Solid analytical skills

Nice To Haves

Associate's Degree Preferred
Bachelor's Degree Preferred
At least two (2) years of related classroom experience or successful completion of a technical training program (eg. Wistar, WPSI) and research laboratory experience Preferred

Responsibilities

Performs routine tests / experiments under the direction of principal investigator, supervisor or other designee
Performs research procedures on experimental samples as directed
Records and checks experiments/ results for completeness and accuracy
Performs calculations and maintains appropriate log and lab notebooks
Performs tasks that require familiarity with fundamental techniques and lab equipment
May assist with planning specific research protocols and procedures
Maintains office, lab area, solutions, reagents, supplies and equipment, disposes of specimens, media and other materials (using appropriate procedures)
Assists in care and maintenance of lab equipment
May coordinate schedules of tests and procedures
Attends courses, seminars, and lab meetings to expand knowledge of research and laboratory techniques
Records results, organizes data and maintains lab notebook in an organized manner
Compiles and helps analyze data, prepares charts, graphs, and results of studies as directed
Conducts literary searches as directed