Staff Research Associate II - Clinical Lab Sciences Program

Nevada System of Higher Education•Henderson, NV

About The Position

Under the direction of the program director or designee, this position will support the CLS instructors by preparing the lab equipment to be used for daily learning activities and competencies; organizing and maintaining the lab equip ment and supplies; and preparing clinical specimens or samples as needed. The ideal candidate will have good oral and written communication skills as well as good computer skills in word processing and data management. Job responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Supporting the laboratory activities associated with the Clinical Laboratory Science programs which include the skills certificate in Phlebotomy; AAS-Medical Laboratory Technician; and BAS-Medical Laboratory Scientist. Support laboratory and microbiology activities in the Medical Assisting and Dental Science programs. Maintain inventory stock and manage supplies for both West Charleston and Henderson CLS labs. Participate in laboratory teaching activities as needed. Maintain appropriate PPE for faculty and students. Handle, store, and dispose of all biological and chemical waste. Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in the required area of specialization and one year of professional research experience either in the field or in a laboratory; OR one year of experience as a Staff Research Associate I in Nevada State service; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience as described above.
good oral and written communication skills
good computer skills in word processing and data management

Nice To Haves

Medical Laboratory Technician or Medical Laboratory Scientist certification preferred.
Phlebotomy Certification Preferred.

Responsibilities

Supporting the laboratory activities associated with the Clinical Laboratory Science programs which include the skills certificate in Phlebotomy; AAS-Medical Laboratory Technician; and BAS-Medical Laboratory Scientist.
Support laboratory and microbiology activities in the Medical Assisting and Dental Science programs.
Maintain inventory stock and manage supplies for both West Charleston and Henderson CLS labs.
Participate in laboratory teaching activities as needed.
Maintain appropriate PPE for faculty and students.
Handle, store, and dispose of all biological and chemical waste.
Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

generous benefit package
excellent 19.25% PERS retirement plan (a defined benefit plan)
vacation & sick leave benefits
12 paid holidays
educational benefits
health insurance plans that can be added with flexible spending accounts or health savings accounts.
Supplemental options (long term care, short term disability, and legal).
Tuition discounts at the Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE) institutions.
As well as tuition discounts for spouses, domestic partners, and dependents.
Perks encompassing on campus employee discounts, professional and personal development opportunities; and statewide employee purchase programs.