Research Lab Tech I

UMass Chan Medical School

Worcester, MA

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
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
LOCATION
Worcester, MA
POSTED
30+ days ago

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.

About the Company

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UMass Chan Medical School