Research Lab Technician IV Wake Forest Institute for Regenerative Medicine
Research Lab Technician IV Wake Forest Institute for Regenerative Medicine
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Job Description
JOB SUMMARY
Under general supervision plans develops modifies and implements previously developed and original experimental procedures in a research laboratory exercising independent judgment based upon specialized theoretical knowledge of the applicable science. Provides direction and guidance to technicians and staff in the laboratory.
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE
Bachelors degree in the Biological and/or Physical Sciences with four years of related chemical/research experience. Masters degree in Biology or related Physical Science with two years of laboratory experience preferred.
SKILLS/QUALIFICATIONS
- Ability to understand and follow simple oral and written directions
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others
- Ability to operate laboratory equipment
- Knowledge of the maintenance of routine records and reports
- Ability to learn elementary laboratory techniques and safety precautions
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Consults with principal investigator in the planning developing and implementation of clinical/research projects.
- Develops control procedures for test standardization.
- Develops experimental techniques for specimen and tissue analyses utilized in complex laboratory procedures.
- Reviews scientific journals abstracts and other research literature to obtain or verify additional information used in the design and development of original procedures or techniques related to the research/clinical projects.
- Prepares detailed reports on the results of experiments discusses with principal investigator the interpretation of the results and collaborates in the preparation of scientific manuscripts for publication.
- Supervises and coordinates the operation training and staffing of laboratory activities. Schedules and determines work priorities.
- Maintains facilities and equipment supplies.
- Develops and establishes laboratory work procedures methods and policies.
- Interviews technical applicants recommends employee selection and related personnel actions.
- Performs other related duties incidental to the work described herein.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
- Research laboratory environment
- Exposure to chemicals
- Exposure to glass and other breakable objects
- Possible exposure to animals
- Possible exposure to bloodborne pathogens
- May be required to work hours beyond typical 8 a.m.5 p.m. schedule and/or evenings and weekends as needed
Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
