Lab Technician

Lab Technician

Job Summary

Performs technical procedures in a research laboratory under minimal supervision by applying standard scientific techniques and analytical principles.

Responsibilities
Assist in carrying out lab functions including cloning, expressing, and purifying proteins, conducting enzyme assays, synthesizing peptides and other chemicals, ordering lab materials and supplies, maintaining lab supplies and equipment, analyzing data, sharing the results of scientific experiments.

Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in biology, chemistry, or other scientific disciplines in a related field or equivalency (one year of education can be substituted for two years of related work experience) required; knowledge of complex laboratory techniques, equipment, terminology, materials and substances. Skilled in the use of laboratory equipment, ability to create and analyze statistical calculations and prepare reports required; and demonstrated human relations and effective communication skills also required. OSHA training and certification in animal care and use or the willingness to complete the certification may be required by some departments.

Applicants must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description.

Preferences
Experience with protein phosphatase expression and purification, experience with phosphatase assays.

Special Instructions


Requisition Number: PRN39495B
Full Time or Part Time? Full Time
Work Schedule Summary:
Department: 01502 - Department of Biochemistry
Location: Campus
Pay Rate Range: 12.02 to 21.63
Close Date:
Open Until Filled: No

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