Laboratory Technician

University of Maryland, United States

Updated: 16 days ago
Location: College Park, MARYLAND
Deadline: ;

Posting Details
Posting Details


Position Number: 129133
Title: Faculty Assistant
Functional Title: Laboratory Technician
Category Status: 15-Fac.Non-Tenured,Continuing Con
Applicant Search Category: Faculty
University Authorized FTE: 100
Unit: SPHL-Maryland Institute for Applied Environmental Health
Campus/College Information:
Founded in 1856, University of Maryland, College Park is the state’s flagship institution. Our 1,250-acre College Park campus is just minutes away from Washington, D.C., and the nexus of the nation’s legislative, executive, and judicial centers of power. This unique proximity to business and technology leaders, federal departments and agencies, and a myriad of research entities, embassies, think tanks, cultural centers, and non-profit organizations is simply unparalleled. Synergistic opportunities for our faculty and students abound and are virtually limitless in the nation’s capital and surrounding areas. The University is committed to attracting and retaining outstanding and diverse faculty and staff that will enhance our stature of preeminence in our three missions of teaching, scholarship, and full engagement in our community, the state of Maryland, and in the world.
Background Checks
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Position Summary/Purpose of Position:
The Water Quality, Outreach, and Wellness (WOW) Laboratory in the Maryland Institute for Applied Environmental Health within the University of Maryland School of Public Health is an innovative and collaborative team in the field of microbial water quality. The WOW Lab is working to improve water quality through community-engaged research and outreach. We are seeking a highly motivated individual for the post of Faculty Research Assistant / Environmental Microbiology Laboratory Technician to work on the Water Emergency Team (WET) Project, funded through a University of Maryland (UMD) Grand Challenge Team Project Grant and a NIH Director’s New Innovator Award (NIA). WET is investigating exposure to antibiotic-resistant bacteria and other waterborne pathogens in underserved African American communities in Baltimore and the surrounding region experiencing sewage backups. The technician will also support other studies evaluating the microbial quality of various water sources including harvested rainwater under Principal Investigator Rachel E. Rosenberg Goldstein, Ph.D., MPH. The successful candidate will be responsible for processing field samples (e.g., water, surface swabs, soil, and produce), using the IDEXX system, performing molecular biology assays (e.g., PCR, bacterial culture from environmental samples), preparing media, maintaining laboratory equipment, using excellent sterile technique, good laboratory practices, and compliance with all biosafety protocols. They may also participate in protocol development and validation studies.
Benefits Summary Top Benefits and Perks:

Faculty Benefits Summary

Minimum Qualifications:
Education:
  • Bachelor’s of Science in Microbiology or related field
Preferences:
Preferences:
  • 1 year of relevant work experience
Additional Certifications:
Additional Information:
Posting Date: 02/02/2024
Closing Date:
Open Until Filled Yes
Best Consideration Date 02/23/2024
Physical Demands
Must be able to lift 10 lbs. Must have visual acuity to read information from computer screen
Diversity Statement:
The University of Maryland, College Park, an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws and regulations regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, age, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, creed, marital status, political affiliation, personal appearance, or on the basis of rights secured by the First Amendment, in all aspects of employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.

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