Research Technician I

SHIFT: Day (United States of America)

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About the role

This entry-level research technical role participates in planned research projects by performing research protocols, experimental procedures, and other laboratory tasks under direct supervision.

Responsibilities

• Performs routine tests/experiments under the direction of principal investigator, supervisor, or other designee.
• Performs research procedures on experimental samples as directed.
• Records and checks experiments/results for completeness and accuracy.
• Performs calculations and maintains appropriate log and lab notebooks.
• Performs tasks that may require minimal familiarity with fundamental techniques and lab equipment.
• Assists in care of lab equipment.
• Sterilizes and cleans glassware, and disposes of specimens, media, and other materials using appropriate procedures.
• Attends courses, seminars, and lab meetings to expand knowledge of research and laboratory techniques.
• Records results, organizes data, and maintains lab notebook (physical or electronic) in an organized manner.
• Conducts literary searches as directed.

Requirements

• High School Diploma / GED - Required
• Associate's Degree - Preferred
• Bachelor's Degree - Preferred

Qualifications

• Related classroom or laboratory experience or successful completion of a technical training program (e.g., Wistar, WPSI) - Required
• At least six (6) months related classroom or laboratory experience or successful completion of a technical training program (e.g., Wistar, WPSI) - Preferred

Skills

• Basic understanding of lab procedures, protocols, and equipment.
• Strong verbal and written communications skills.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Solid critical thinking/problem-solving skills.
• Solid analytical skills.

Pay

Salary range: $19.15 - $23.95 hourly. Salary ranges are shown for full-time jobs. If you're working part-time, your pay will be adjusted accordingly.

At CHOP, we are committed to fair and transparent pay practices. Factors such as skills and experience could result in an offer above the salary range noted in this job posting.