General Information
| Job Description | LAB AST 1 | Working Title | Lab Assistant 1 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Job Code | 009605 | Grade | |
| Department Name | Institute of Genomics - D01257 | Department Head | Patricia Springer |
| Supervisor | Katayoon Dehesh | Effective Date |
Position(s) Directly Supervised
| Job Code | Title | FTE |
|---|
Department Custom Scope
| Under supervision receives assignments in the form of objectives with goals and the process by which to meet the goals. Typically works in a large or multi-facility laboratory(ies). Assists in the development and execution of major or multi-disciplinary research projects or instructional and experiment design. Identifies risks and responds accordingly. Under supervision, will assist in laboratory experiments and be responsible for ordering materials for the laboratory. |
Education & Experience Requirements
Education Requirements
| Degree | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Graduation from high school or a General Education Diploma and one year of laboratory experience or two 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 |
| College Degree | Preferred |
Experience Requirements
| Experience | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Minimum of 2 years of related lab experience | Preferred |
License Requirements
Certification Requirements
| Certification | Requirement |
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Educational Condition Requirements
| Condition | Requirement |
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Key Responsibilities
| Description | % Time |
|---|---|
| Ensures that specimen collections and equipment are maintained properly; and in addition keep laboratory facilities clean and sanitary. | 20 |
| Performs laboratory research/instruction, inventory planning and purchasing. | 20 |
| Consults with academic supervisors or professional researchers on the nature and objectives of the research project or instructional design goals. | 15 |
| Must be able to develop and utilize systems for tracking data and samples. | 15 |
| Manages laboratory facility space scheduling for instructional activities. | 10 |
| Under supervision ensures regulatory compliance, typically in multiple and diverse laboratories, relative to safety. | 10 |
| Prepare lab equipment for upcoming research experiments. | 10 |
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
| Knowledge/Skill/Ability | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Demonstrated knowledge of laboratory techniques. | Required |
| Ability to work independently, skill in organization and attention to detail and strong communication and interpersonal skills. | Required |
Special Requirements & Conditions
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Other Special Requirements & Conditions
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Level of Supervision Received
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Environment
Working Environment
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Other Requirements
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Critical Position
| Is Critical Position: No |