Biology, Data Collection, Infection Control, Laboratory Analysis, Laboratory Equipment, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Product Family, Problem Solving Skills, Process Analysis, Research Laboratory, Safety Compliance, Sample/Specimen Processing, Specimens/Samples, Technical Research
Overview
GENERAL SUMMARY OF POSITION:
Under the supervision of the Principal Investigator or designee, the Research Laboratory Technician I, performs a variety of specimen preparatory techniques, dry lab data collection, and routine laboratory maintenance.
Responsibilities
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Perform a variety of laboratory experiments using both routine and special techniques and methods
- Assist in more complex laboratory tasks
- Collect, analyze, and process laboratory samples
- Record results, organize data, and perform basic computations
- Maintain laboratory supplies and equipment
- Comply with all safety and infection control standards
- Perform other duties as required.
Qualifications
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor's degree in Biological Science or equivalent experience
- Knowledge of Microsoft Office products
- Ability to perform duties independently
- Judgment and action skills required to solve commonly encountered problems
SUPERVISION RECEIVED:
Under the supervision of the Principal Investigator or designee
SUPERVISION EXERCISED:
None
ENVIRONMENTAL WORKING CONDITIONS:
Wet chemistry laboratory, and may require appropriate contact with biohazards, radionucleotides, toxins, animals, and human specimens.
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UMass Chan Medical School