Laboratory Technician/Research Assistant

About the role

The Department of Population Health Sciences is hiring a part-time Laboratory Technician Research Assistant to work with a team of scientists working at the intersection of public health and environmental engineering.

Responsibilities

• Processing and analyzing water and biological samples in a BSL-2 laboratory setting
• Performing accurate data entry, sample tracking, and laboratory record keeping
• Maintaining laboratory equipment
• Monitoring supplies
• Adhering to biosafety protocols
• Participating in field work and data collection activities (as opportunities arise)

Qualifications

Required: Bachelor's degree in a related field or an Associate's degree in a related field with relevant experience; Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Preferred: Experience working in a BSL-2 laboratory; Demonstrated experience processing and analyzing water or other samples.

Skills

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• BSL-2 laboratory experience
• Processing and analyzing water or biological samples
• Accurate data entry and sample tracking
• Laboratory record keeping
• Maintaining and monitoring laboratory equipment and supplies
• Following biosafety protocols
• Field work and data collection

Schedule

• Evening and occasional weekend hours
• Up to 29 hours per week
• Initial appointment of one year, with extension contingent on performance and funding