Lab Technician

Official Title: Lab Technician
Business Title: Lab Technician
Employment Class: University Staff
FTE: .50
Compensation: $17.00/hr
FLSA Status: Non Exempt
Terms of Employment: Continuous
Position Summary:

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Performs routine support in a laboratory to support academic or research work. May calibrate and maintain equipment and creates and/or updates records. May handle administrative and logistical tasks.

100% A. Teaching Support for Biology and Microbiology Courses

A1.Autoclaving of Biology biohazardous waste and oversight of proper disposal.

A2. Proper Cleaning and storage of glassware needed for teaching of Biology and Microbiology courses.

A3. Assist in preparation of media needed for teaching of Biology and Microbiology courses.

A4. Assist, as needed, with the set-up of Microbiology lab courses, potentially including maintenance of our stock culture collection.

A5. Maintenance of dishroom/autoclave room and proper training of autoclave users as needed.

Responsibilities Clean glassware; autoclave biology biohazardous waste; assist with microbiological media preparation and assist with set-up of microbiology lab courses as needed.
Qualifications
Required:

• Minimum of an Associate's degree
• Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion

Preferred:

• Background in basic biological techniques, such as making of solutions.
• Use of equipment such as autoclaves, pH meters, hotplates etc.
• Experience making microbiological media. Experience with sterile technique and culturing of bacteria.

To Apply:

Applicants must submit the following documents using the online application:

Cover Letter

Resume

Contact information for three references

For questions regarding your application and additional options to apply, contact Human Resources at recruitment@uwosh.edu or 920-424-1166.

Application Deadline:

TO ENSURE CONSIDERATION: Applications received by January 27, 2023 are ensured full consideration. Applications received after that date may be given consideration at the discretion of the search committee. Application materials will be evaluated and the most qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the next step of the selection process. Incomplete and/or late application materials may not receive consideration.

If you have questions regarding this recruitment, or if you are not able to complete the application online due to a disability or system problem, please contact the Office of Human Resources.

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All candidates for employment are subject to a pre-employment screening which includes a criminal background check, work authorization, and verification of education. It will also require you and your references to answer questions regarding sexual violence and sexual harassment.

Work Authorization
The University of Wisconsin Oshkosh does not offer H-1B or other work authorization visa sponsorship for this position. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and maintain work authorization throughout the employment term.

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