Research Lab Technician II - Wake Forest Institute for Regenerative Medicine

About the role

Under direct supervision from a higher level technician or a principal investigator, performs a variety of moderately complex and generally standardized physical, chemical, or biological tests with procedures and techniques previously outlined by established protocols and other scientific data. Provides direction and guidance to lab staff.

Responsibilities

• Confer with principal investigator and assist in the development of plans for research experiments and data collection procedures; modify existing laboratory procedures and protocols to meet the needs of research projects as required.
• Prepare detailed reports on the results of experiments; discuss the interpretation of results with principal investigator.
• Review scientific journals, abstracts and other related literature for information concerning experimental procedures and supplemental support information; organize information for use in applicable research projects.
• Conduct complex chemical, physical, engineering and biological tests on experimental materials; analyze experimental materials, tissues, secretions, and excretions for clinical manufacturing compatibility.
• Supervise, train, and review the work of students and lower level technicians engaged in clinical/research laboratory work.
• Design, test and manufacture of microfluidic chip systems, supporting structures and specimen collection devices and assays.
• Operate complex specialized laboratory instruments; instruct other personnel in the use and operations of these instruments.
• Requisition and maintain inventory of supplies, materials, and equipment as needed for laboratory operations.

Requirements

• Basic laboratory experience: cell culture maintenance and expansion
• Tissue processing experience
• Understanding of sterile technique
• Ability to follow detailed protocols
• Good organizational skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Basic computer skills for data entry
• Willingness to learn new techniques

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Biology, Chemistry, Zoology, or other related science, or high school diploma with four years of related clinical/research experience.

Skills

• Ability to listen and communicate effectively
• Basic computer skills
• Knowledge of medical terminology to interact with medical staff regarding laboratory procedures and results
• Knowledge of medical equipment and instruments
• Knowledge of common safety hazards and universal precautions to establish a safe work environment

Work Environment

• Research laboratory environment
• Frequent exposure to diseases, medicinal preparations and other conditions common in a lab environment
• Must wear protective equipment (gloves, gowns/lab coats, eye protection, face protection)
• Exposure to glass and other breakable objects
• Exposure to animals

Pay

$22.90 – $34.35 per hour