Research Technologist

Lovelace Biomedical Research Institute•Albuquerque, NM

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Lovelace Biomedical Research Institute, a not for profit research center dedicated to the cure of respiratory disease and located in Albuquerque, New Mexico, is seeking a highly motivated individual with a broad background of scientific fields to serve as a Research Technologist. An enthusiastic, fast learning team player with great interpersonal skills is ideal. The qualified candidate should have experience in a broad background of scientific fields including aerosol sciences, mechanical engineering, and analytical chemistry. Additional competencies within electrical engineering, toxicology and pharmacology are preferred. The position will involve moderately complex work assignments as well as documenting laboratory work and maintaining laboratory equipment and supplies. Candidate must also be able to collaborate with research staff, independently conduct testing and review results for accuracy and completeness. Preference will be given to candidates who display a strong ability and willingness to be cross trained by experienced team members in a multidisciplinary biomedical scientific team.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in chemistry, biology, biochemistry, physics or similar, or associates degree in mechanical technology or similar field with 0-3 years of directly related research experience; or an equivalent combination of education, training and/or experience from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been attained.
Previous laboratory experience working with aerosol sciences, mechanical engineering
Excellent record keeping and organizational skills
Working knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel
Must be a US Citizen or permanent resident in order to gain and maintain access to Kirtland Air Force base (KAFB).

Nice To Haves

Additional competencies within electrical engineering, toxicology and pharmacology are preferred.
Display a strong ability and willingness to be cross trained by experienced team members in a multidisciplinary biomedical scientific team.

Responsibilities

Documenting laboratory work
Maintaining laboratory equipment and supplies
Collaborate with research staff
Independently conduct testing
Review results for accuracy and completeness
Be cross trained by experienced team members in a multidisciplinary biomedical scientific team