General Information
| Job Description | LAB AST 1 | Working Title | Lab Assistant |
|---|---|---|---|
| Job Code | 009605 | Grade | |
| Department Name | Biomedical Sciences - D01059 | Department Head | Monica Carson |
| Supervisor | Meera Nair | Effective Date | 11/01/2021 |
Position(s) Directly Supervised
| Job Code | Title | FTE |
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Department Custom Scope
| Under supervision from the PI and lab personnel, the incumbent will assist in projects related to infection and inflammatory diseases in mouse models and human blood cells. Key duties will be: assisting with organizing and keeping mouse colonies, data collection and general lab maintenance. |
Education & Experience Requirements
Education Requirements
| Degree | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree in Biology, Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Neuroscience or related science areas. | Preferred |
| Graduation from high school or a General Education Diploma and 1 year of laboratory experience or 2 years of college including courses in the natural, physical or social sciences, or an equivalent combination of education and experience; and knowledge and abilities essential to the successful performance of the duties assigned to the position. | Required |
Experience Requirements
| Experience | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Prior related laboratory experience in mammalian cell culture. | Required |
| Previous experience in mouse work. | Preferred |
| Previous experience in immune cells and human primary cells. | Preferred |
License Requirements
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Educational Condition Requirements
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Key Responsibilities
| Description | % Time |
|---|---|
| Data collection, record keeping and assisting with animal colony: - Assist in data collection and accurate record keeping using computer software. - Assist with DNA/RNA extraction and PCR. - Organizing and keeping track of the mouse colony. | 50 |
| Lab maintenance: - Preparation of basic solutions and reagents. - Assist in keeping a clean and safe working environment in accord with Environmental Health and Safety guidelines. - Maintain, order and store laboratory supplies and equipment. | 50 |
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
| Knowledge/Skill/Ability | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Skill in organization and attention to detail and strong communication and interpersonal skills. | Required |
| Ability to perform labwork under supervision by project scientist and senior graduate students. | Required |
| Ability to make solutions, trouble shoot and think through laboratory techniques with supervision. | Required |
| Demonstrated knowledge of Windows and Macintosh computer platforms. | Required |
| Ability to communicate effectively in written and spoken English. | Required |
| Working knowledge of principles of chemistry, biochemistry, molecular and cell biology. | Preferred |
| Knowledge of techniques in immunology and microscopy . | Preferred |
Special Requirements & Conditions
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Level of Supervision Received
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Other Requirements
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Critical Position
| Is Critical Position: Yes |