Laboratory Assistant (36% Limited)

The Department of Medicine is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Laboratory Assistant to support ongoing clinical and translational research efforts. Under the general supervision of the Principal Investigator, this individual will process human biospecimens, including blood, fluid, and tissue samples, and provide general laboratory support to faculty and research staff. The Laboratory Assistant will also assist investigators and research coordinators with clinical research activities, including data collection, database maintenance, and coordination of patient-related tasks essential to successful study execution.

*This is a part-time, limited role which may convert to career.*

Hourly range: $20.90-$24.19

Required:

• Ability to work cooperatively with other team members to maintain smooth workflow
• Ability to accomplish required tasks independently.
• Ability to work on multiple tasks with minimal supervision and meet conflicting deadlines.
• Ability to understand instruction manual and other laboratory-related materials.
• Ability to understand and execute given lab protocols
• Ability to keep accurate and organized records.
• Ability to handle confidential materials and information with discretion
• Ability to adhere to established attendance and punctuality rules.

Preferred:

• Knowledge of University guidelines pertaining to biological safety including chemical and biomedical waste management.
• Ability to use centrifuge, biosafety cabinet, and ultra-cold freezers
• Knowledge of how to properly use, clean, and sterilize various types of lab-ware.
• Ability to maintain and keep labs and lab equipment in good condition and working order.
• Knowledge in MS Word, Excel, Outlook.