Laboratory Research Technician (Part Time/Contractual C2)

About the role

The University of Maryland, Baltimore (UMB) is currently seeking a part-time, contractual Laboratory Research Technician to join the School of Medicine - Department of Pharmacology and Physiology. This is a 20 hours/week position.

Responsibilities

• Performs routine biological procedures such as gel electrophoresis, blotting, chromatography, and DNA extractions
• Performs chemical procedures such as simple synthesis, or product isolation, or biophysical procedures such as optical and kinetics measurements
• Prepares chemical solutions, media, reagents, stains, and buffers
• Assists in conducting routine assays such as enzyme-linked immunosorbent assays (ELISA) and complement fixations
• Assists with sterile procedures
• Performs clinical processes such as cell or tissue cultures
• Collects, prepares, and processes specimens
• Develops and prints film detailing biochemical or other analyses
• Assists in conducting research on current scientific literature using computerized applications
• Collects, records, and enters research data
• Performs wipe tests, general housekeeping of laboratory, and operation of laboratory equipment such as centrifuges, meters, microscopes, incubators, autoclaves, spectrometers, and gas and liquid chromatographs
• Maintains chemicals and equipment inventory

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in a biological or chemical science
• No experience required, but additional related experience and formal education may be substituted for the education requirement on a year-for-year basis

Skills

• General knowledge of the principles and practices of natural and/or chemical sciences
• Ability to perform laboratory procedures using applicable equipment and techniques
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing
• Ability to use computers and related software applications
• Ability to lift, transport and deliver materials and stock laboratory supplies and goods
• Ability to wear and work in personal protective equipment

Benefits

• Generous leave package that includes over 2 weeks of vacation each year, paid holidays, personal leave, sick time, and time for community service
• Subsidized comprehensive health insurance and supplemental retirement options
• Professional learning and development programs
• Limited tuition remission for employees enrolled at UMB
• Life insurance and long-term disability
• Flexible work schedules and teleworking options (if applicable per job)

Pay

$24,069 per year at 50% FTE, commensurate with education and experience