RESEARCH TECHNICIAN II

• Perform routine experiments in research laboratories.
• Perform related duties in laboratory to include storing and labeling samples and using manual and automatic equipment to prepare samples and perform analytical tests.
• Prepare sterile media in plates, jars or test tubes for use in growing bacterial cultures; incubate culture for specific times at prescribed temperatures.
• Understand and comply with laboratory Quality Control and Quality Assurance policies and procedures for instrumentation and testing.
• Prepare solutions, reagents and stains, following standard laboratory formulas and procedures.
• Maintain detailed records of tests performed and report laboratory test results to appropriate personnel; recognize Quality Control shifts and trends and take appropriate action whenever necessary.
• Calibrate and perform routine maintenance on test equipment, clean and sterilize laboratory equipment, glassware and instruments, maintain laboratory supply of chemicals and glassware; perform routine maintenance on equipment.
• Utilize various laboratory information systems and Interact in a professional and courteous manner with other personnel to provide technical guidance and address concerns.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required

• Experience in lab setting strongly preferred
• Cell handling techniques, DNA cloning, and protein purification experiences preferred   
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written
• Basic knowledge of medical terminology
• Basic knowledge of laboratory safety procedures and practices including standard precautions and hazardous chemical handling
• Ability to demonstrate required dexterity, knowledge, and ability to complete assigned laboratory tasks and skills, attention to detail and compliance with all appropriate regulatory and safety requirements
• Ability to maintain effective working relationships with others

Preferred Level Characteristics

• Act as the PIC (person in charge aka General Supervisor in the absence of the Supervisor) after attaining 1 yr of high complexity laboratory experience post scientific baccalaureate degree or 2 years high complexity experience post scientific associate degree.
• Provide daily supervision and/or oversight of the laboratory operation and personnel performing testing and reporting test results.
• Provide direct supervision of all high complexity experiments.

Preferred Qualifications

• Minimum 1-year commitment required
• Education: BA or BS Degree required by hiring date

Some lab experience strongly preferred

Minimum Qualifications

Work generally requires a bachelor's degree in botany, biology, zoology, psychology or other directly related scientific field.

None required above education/training requirement. OR AN EQUIVALENT COMBINATION OF RELEVANT EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

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