Glasswash and Lab Support Technician

Stowers Institute for Medical Research; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

The Stowers Institute for Medical Research is seeking a Glasswash and Lab Support Technician to sustain daily lab operations with emphasis on glassware washing, packaging, and supply handling. The role will provide support for Fly Food, the Fly Stock Facility, and Receiving as needed based on training and departmental requirements.

Responsibilities include glassware collection, washing and sterilizing, orderly work areas, and assistance with fly-related tasks and package delivery.

Qualifications

• Must be able to work independently and with scientists and staff to provide excellent customer service.
• Clear verbal and written communication skills and flexibility to adapt to changing needs.
• Ability to use Microsoft 365 applications and ServiceNow to support daily work.

Responsibilities

• Collect, sort, inventory, and deliver laboratory glassware; keep glassware cabinets organized.
• Wash, prepare, and sterilize glassware and materials using dishwashers, autoclaves, kilns, etc.
• Maintain clean workstations, carts, and shared spaces; process supply orders and service requests.
• Assist with fly food preparation, packaging, and delivery; support robotic equipment operation and fly traps.

Skills

Independent worker

Customer service

Verbal communication

Job description

The Stowers Institute for Medical Research is seeking a Glasswash and Lab Support Technician to support daily laboratory operations, with a primary focus on glasswash and additional support for Fly Food, the Fly Stock Facility, and Receiving based on departmental needs and training.

Responsibilities include:

• Collect, sort, inventory, and deliver laboratory glassware; maintain organized glassware cabinets and supplies.
• Wash, prepare, and sterilize glassware and laboratory materials using dishwashers, autoclaves, kilns, and other equipment; hand wash items as needed.
• Maintain clean workstations, equipment, carts, and shared spaces; process supply orders and service requests.
• Assist with fly food preparation, packaging, and delivery; prepare trays, support robotic equipment operation, and maintain fly traps and sticky pads.
• Support Receiving by processing and delivering packages and mail, and stocking, checking out, and delivering supplies through the Cube.
• Provide coverage across Lab Services and other departments as needed and according to training; assignments may range from hours to weeks or months.

The successful candidate will have:

• The ability to work independently and collaboratively with scientists and support staff while providing excellent customer service.
• Clear verbal and written communication skills and flexibility to adapt to changing departmental and research needs.
• The ability to use Outlook, Teams, Microsoft 365, and ServiceNow to support daily work.

Physical requirements

This position requires walking, standing, stooping, and repetitive physical tasks for approximately 6-7 hours of an 8-hour workday; regularly lifting or moving 10 pounds; and occasionally pushing, pulling, or moving 50 pounds.

Schedule

Monday-Friday, 6:30 a.m.-3:00 p.m.; 40 hours per week.