Research Lab Tech IV, Surgery

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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.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1. Consults with principal investigator in the planning developing and implementation of clinical/research projects.

2. Develops control procedures for test standardization.

3. Develops experimental techniques for specimen and tissue analyses utilized in complex laboratory procedures.

4. 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.

5. 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.

6. Supervises and coordinates the operation training and staffing of laboratory activities. Schedules and determines work priorities.

7. Maintains facilities and equipment supplies.

8. Develops and establishes laboratory work procedures methods and policies.

9. Interviews technical applicants recommends employee selection and related personnel actions.

10. Performs other related duties incidental to the work described herein.

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

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

Our CommitmenttoYou:

Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs competitive compensation generous retirement offerings programs that invest in your career development and so much more so you can live fully at and away from work including:

Compensation

• Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications skills relevant experience and/or training

• Premium pay such as shift on call and more based on a teammates job

• Incentive pay for select positions

• Opportunity for annual increases based on performance

Benefits and more

• Paid Time Off programs

• Health and welfare benefits such as medical dental vision life andShort- and Long-Term Disability

• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses

• Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave

• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs

• Educational Assistance Program

Note: Eligibility for programs listed above may depend on your FTE or status (e.g. full-time part-time per diem temporary etc.); please ask a Recruiter for more information during an interview.