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Laboratory Technician

Employer
Colby College
Location
Maine, United States
Salary
Salary Not Specified
Date posted
May 7, 2021

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Position Type
Faculty Positions, Science, Technology & Mathematics, Biology & Life Sciences, Other Science & Technology, Administrative, Academic Affairs, Research Administration
Employment Type
Full Time
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Job Description
Department:
Biology - Staff
Pay Rate Type:
Hourly
Employee Type:
Job Summary:Department of Biology
Full-Time, Temporary, Non-Exempt, Hourly, Staff Appointment

Colby College has an opening for laboratory technician to assist in project-oriented research in the regulation of mitotic receptor trafficking in the Department of Biology. The laboratory technician for the Cota Lab will be a full-time (40 hours per week) NSF grant-funded position through 04/30/2024. We encourage inquiries from candidates who will contribute to the diversity of our College, including its cultural and ethnic diversity.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES :

  • Conduct experiments related to the project
  • Oversee daily workings of the lab
  • Maintain equipment and order laboratory supplies
  • Work with undergraduate students and assist members of the lab with use of scientific instrumentation; delegate tasks as necessary
  • Communicate effectively with the principal investigator and other members of the lab
  • Maintain accurate record keeping
  • Offer creative input into the research as desired
  • Perform additional duties as assigned; duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice


QUALIFICATIONS :

  • A high school diploma or equivalent required; bachelor’s degree preferred
  • At least two years of previous research laboratory experience preferably including familiarity with the use of confocal microscopes
  • Proficiency with data analysis and interpretation (e.g., Microsoft Excel) and statistics is required; proficiency with quantitative image analysis is preferred
  • Excellent interpersonal, communication, record keeping, and organizational skills with a high level of motivation
  • Attention to detail and accuracy are critical
  • Must be able to work independently, exercise judgment, and manage projects with minimal supervision, as well as to adjust as new projects are assigned
  • Ability to make an impact through work as a member of a team and diverse community


KEY RELATIONSHIPS :

This position has significant interactions with students and occasional interactions with faculty and staff. Technician will be expected to assist undergraduates with protocols and use of scientific instrumentation.

WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS :

Laboratory environment. General open office and campus environment. Position involves sitting, although frequent movement is necessary. Occasional lifting is required. Computer usage involving repetitive hand/wrist motion is also necessary.

TO APPLY :

Interested candidates should apply electronically by clicking the "Apply” button on the Colby Careers website. Please submit a letter of interest, resume, and the contact information of three professional references. Materials should be addressed to:

Laboratory Technician - Search Committee
Office of Human Resources
Colby College
5500 Mayflower Hill
Waterville, ME 04901-8855

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Colby College

Founded in 1813, Colby College is the 12th oldest liberal arts college in the United States.

Distinctive in its offerings, Colby provides an intimate, undergraduate-focused learning environment with a breadth of programs presenting students and faculty with unparalleled opportunities. A vibrant and fully integrated academic, residential, and cocurricular experience is sustained by a diverse and supportive community. Located in Waterville, Maine, Colby is a global institution with students representing nearly every U.S. state and approximately 70 countries.

Colby’s model provides the scale and impact of larger universities coupled with intensive learning in a community committed to scholarship and discovery, multidisciplinary approaches to integrated learning, study in the liberal arts, and leading-edge programs addressing the world’s most complex challenges. Its network of partnerships with prestigious cultural, research, medical, and business institutions extends educational and scholarly collaborations, providing students with unmatched experiences leading to postgraduate success.

The College’s wide variety of programs and labs provides students and the community access to unique experiences: the Colby College Museum of Art, the finest college art museum in the country, and the Lunder Institute for American Art have made the College a nationally and internationally recognized center for art scholarship; DavisConnects prepares students for lifelong success by combining a forward-thinking liberal arts education with extensive internship, research, and global opportunities for all students regardless of their personal networks and financial circumstances; and the 350,000-square-foot Harold Alfond Athletics and Recreation Center, is the most advanced and comprehensive NCAA D-III facility in the country. In fall 2021, Colby opened the Davis Institute for Artificial Intelligence, the first such institute at a liberal arts college. Colby’s new Island Campus, consisting of Allen and Benner islands, gives Colby a significant presence on the coast of Maine for a wide range of academic programs and activities and undisturbed environments ideal for conducting interdisciplinary experiences.

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