Research Laboratory Technician - Comprehensive Cancer Center

Education/Experience

• Bachelor's degree in the biological and/or physical sciences with two years of related clinical/research experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Master's degree in biology or related physical science preferred.

Essential Functions

• Consults with principal investigator and assists in the development of plans for research experiments and data collection procedures.
• Modifies existing laboratory procedures and protocols to meet the needs of research projects as required.
• Prepares detailed reports on the results of experiments and discusses the interpretation of results with principal investigator.
• Reviews scientific journals, abstracts and other related literature for information concerning experimental procedures and supplemental support information. Organizes information for use in applicable research projects.
• Conducts complex chemical, physical, and biological tests on experimental materials.
• Performs micro-analysis, tepids analysis, enzyme studies, and chromatographic studies on various types of tissues, secretions, and excretions.
• Monitors the care of research animals; take blood samples, pressures, and other specimens and measurements as required by research protocols; and performs minor animal surgery.
• Supervises, trains, and reviews the work of students and lower-level technicians engaged in clinical/research laboratory work.
• Operates complex specialized laboratory instruments and instructs other personnel in the use and operations of these instruments.
• Maintains inventory of supplies, materials, and equipment as needed for laboratory operations.
• Performs other related duties incidental to the work described herein.

Skills/Qualifications

• 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
• Exposure to glass and other breakable objects
• Exposure to animals
• Must wear protective equipment (gloves, gowns/lab coats, eye protection, face protection)

Benefits

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Compensation

• Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training
• Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job
• Incentive pay for select positions
• Opportunity for annual increases based on performance

Benefits And More

• Paid Time Off programs
• Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
• Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
• Educational Assistance Program

Note: Eligibility for programs listed above may depend on your FTE or status (e.g., full-time, part-time, per diem, temporary, etc.); please ask a Recruiter for more information during an interview.