Research Laboratory Technician - Comprehensive Cancer Center

Department:
37371 Wake Forest University Health Sciences - Comprehensive Cancer Center
Status:
Full time
Benefits Eligible:
Yes
Hours Per Week:
40
Schedule Details/Additional Information:
M-F; 8-5
Pay Range:
$26.55 - $39.85
******Grant-funded Position******
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE
Bachelor's degree in the biological and/or physical sciences with two years of related clinical/research experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Master's degree in biology or related physical science preferred.
LICENSURE, CERTIFICATION, and/or REGISTRATION
N/A
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Consults with principal investigator and assists in the development of plans for research experiments and data collection procedures.
Modifies existing laboratory procedures and protocols to meet the needs of research projects as required.
Prepares detailed reports on the results of experiments and discusses the interpretation of results with principal investigator.
Reviews scientific journals, abstracts and other related literature for information concerning experimental procedures and supplemental support information. Organizes information for use in applicable research projects.
Conducts complex chemical, physical, and biological tests on experimental materials.
Performs micro-analysis, tepids analysis, enzyme studies, and chromatographic studies on various types of tissues, secretions, and excretions.
Monitors the care of research animals; take blood samples, pressures, and other specimens and measurements as required by research protocols; and performs minor animal surgery.
Supervises, trains, and reviews the work of students and lower-level technicians engaged in clinical/research laboratory work.
Operates complex specialized laboratory instruments and instructs other personnel in the use and operations of these instruments.
Maintains inventory of supplies, materials, and equipment as needed for laboratory operations.
Performs other related duties incidental to the work described herein.
SKILLS/QUALIFICATIONS
Ability to listen and communicate effectively.
Basic computer skills
Knowledge of medical terminology to interact with medical staff regarding laboratory procedures and results
Knowledge of medical equipment and instruments
Knowledge of common safety hazards and universal precautions to establish a safe work environment
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Research laboratory environment Frequent exposure to diseases, medicinal preparations and other conditions common in a lab environment
Exposure to glass and other breakable objects
Exposure to animals
Must wear protective equipment (gloves, gowns/lab coats, eye protection, face protection)
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