Entry Laboratory Sciences Professional (Part-Time or Full-Time)

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate with and support Principal Investigators (PI) and other stakeholders with laboratory and research functions
• Utilize a variety of laboratory techniques required for research projects
• Perform experiments and tabulate and analyze research
• Support analytical testing process using standard lab support knowledge in the collection and review of conditions, including preserving samples, completing sample preparation, documenting and communicating results
• Carry out established facility maintenance program and maintain detailed maintenance records
• Carry out established SOPs for monitoring instruments and equipment and maintain detailed records of operating data
• Report on problems with instruments and equipment
• Supports laboratory activities by maintaining stock of sterilized glassware
• Supports laboratory activities by preparing and maintaining stock of chemical solutions, pre-made gels, reagent aliquots
• Carry out general laboratory maintenance
• Aids in the maintenance of a clean and sterile cell culture facility environment

Qualifications

• Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in biology, molecular biology, chemistry, genetics or related field
• A combination of education and related technical/military/paraprofessional experience may be substituted for a bachelor’s degree on a year-for-year basis.
• Preferred Qualifications: Master’s degree in biology, molecular biology, chemistry, genetics or related field
• Prior experience or background within an experimental or wet laboratory
• Experience as laboratory assistant
• Flexible working hours including availability to work on weekends
• Experience with laboratory equipment and instruments
• Experience preparing stocks of chemical solutions
• Experience managing inventories and record keeping