Lab Aide

The Medical College of Wisconsin, Inc.; Wauwatosa (WI); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

The Medical College of Wisconsin, Inc. is seeking an entry-level laboratory support assistant to help maintain and operate basic lab equipment, sterilize glassware, and prepare media buffers for research activities.

The role involves assisting investigators, organizing supplies, and maintaining accurate inventory records in a controlled lab environment. Qualifications include minimal education requirements and no prior experience, with opportunities to learn autoclave operation and routine lab

Qualifications

• Knowledge of biology, chemistry, mathematics, documentation, and records management.
• Data utilization, complex problem solving, critical thinking, resource management, and writing skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide basic support to laboratory functions including maintenance, operation and inventory of equipment and supplies.
• Provide clean and sterilized glassware for use in research lab.
• Operate and maintain basic lab equipment such as autoclaving.
• Make and supply media buffers and water to research areas as needed.
• Assist in organizing and setup lab supplies and equipment for individual researchers.
• Assist with inventory and record of supplies.
• Participate in meetings with principal investigator and research staff and evaluate data as needed.

Skills

Biology knowledge

Chemistry knowledge

Documentation

Record management

Education

Less than high school

Tools

Autoclave operation

Job description

SummaryUnder direct supervision, provide basic support to laboratory functions including maintenance, operation and inventory of equipment and supplies. Support research investigators as needed.Primary ResponsibilitiesProvide clean and sterilized glassware for use in research lab.Operate and maintain a variety of basic lab equipment such as autoclaving.Make and supply media buffers and water to research areas as needed.Assist in organizing and setup lab supplies and equipment for individual research investigators.Assist with inventory and record of supplies.Participate in meetings with principle investigator and research staff and evaluate/interpret the validity of data as needed.Other duties as assigned.Knowledge – Skills – AbilitiesKnowledge of biology, chemistry, mathematics, documentation, and records management.Data utilization, complex problem solving, critical thinking, resource management, and writing skills.QualificationsAppropriate experience may be substituted for education an on equivalent basis.Minimum Required Education: Less than high schoolMinimum Required Experience: No experience requiredPhysical RequirementsWork requires infrequent physical effort such as walking or retrieving materials.Work EnvironmentOccasional exposure to dust, noise, temperature changes, or contact with water or other liquids. Work is performed in an environmentally controlled environment.Sensory AcuityAbility to detect and translate speech or other communication required. May occasionally require the ability to distinguish colors and perceive relative distances between objects.Why MCW?Outstanding Healthcare Coverage, including but not limited to Health, Vision, and Dental. Along with Flexible Spending options403B Retirement PackageCompetitive Vacation and Paid Holidays offeredTuition ReimbursementPaid Parental LeaveEmployee & Family Assistance Program (EFAP)Pet InsuranceOn campus Fitness Facility, offering onsite classesAdditional discounted rates on items such as: Select cell phone plans, local fitness facilities, Milwaukee recreation and entertainment etc.For a brief overview of our benefits see: Benefits OverviewFor a full list of positions see: MCW CareersAt MCW all of our endeavors, from our internal operations to our interactions with our partners, are driven by our shared organizational values: Caring – Collaborative – Curiosity – Inclusive – Integrity – Respect. We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment that values diversity in backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives through merit-based processes and in alignment with all applicable laws. We believe that embracing human differences is critical to realize our vision of a healthier world, and we recognize that a healthy and thriving community starts from within. Our values define who we are, what we stand for and how we conduct ourselves at MCW. If you believe in embracing individuality and working together according to these principles to improve health for all, then MCW is the place for you. For more information, please visit our institutional website.MCW as an Equal Opportunity Employer and Commitment to Non-Discrimination:The Medical College of Wisconsin (MCW) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to fostering an inclusive community of outstanding faculty, staff, and students, as well as ensuring equal educational opportunity, employment, and access to services, programs, and activities, without regard to an individual's race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, sex, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, predisposing genetic characteristic, or military status. Employees, students, applicants or other members of the MCW community (including but not limited to vendors, visitors, and guests) may not be subjected to harassment that is prohibited by law or treated adversely or retaliated against based upon a protected characteristic.