Lab Research Technician Assistant - Hands-on Biotech

University of Maryland, Baltimore (UMB); Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 40,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Maryland, Baltimore (UMB) seeks a Laboratory Research Technician Assistant to perform routine and standardized biological procedures, including mouse colony maintenance and preparing common use chemical solutions. The role emphasizes maintaining lab safety compliance and assisting with day-to-day experiments.

The position requires an Associate of Arts degree in a biological or chemical science; no prior experience is required.

Qualifications

• Associates degree in biological or chemical science; no formal experience required or substituted by 30 college credits per year.
• May be required to complete safety trainings and handle biohazardous materials as needed.

Responsibilities

• Performs simple routine procedures including DNA extractions.
• Prepares simple chemical solutions, media, reagents, stains, and buffers.
• Assists in collection, preparation, and processing of specimens or cell/tissue cultures.
• Maintains general lab housekeeping and operates common lab equipment.
• Assists with sterile procedures.
• Maintains chemicals and equipment inventory.
• Develops and prints film detailing biochemical analyses.
• Assists in collection, recording, and entry of research data.

Skills

Biology knowledge

Laboratory techniques

Record keeping

Education

Associate of Arts degree in biological or chemical science

Tools

Sterile technique

Micropipetting

Lab safety protocols

Job description

University of Maryland, Baltimore (UMB) seeks a Laboratory Research Technician Assistant to perform routine and standardized biological procedures, including mouse colony maintenance and preparing common use chemical solutions. The role emphasizes maintaining lab safety compliance and assisting with day-to-day experiments.

The position requires an Associate of Arts degree in a biological or chemical science; no prior experience is required.