Laboratory Assistant - 526878

The University of Alabama; Tuscaloosa (AL); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Alabama recherche un assistant de laboratoire pour préparer et maintenir les laboratoires d'enseignement en biologie. Ce poste nécessite un diplôme d'études secondaires ou un diplôme d'associé, ainsi qu'une expérience en laboratoire. Les responsabilités incluent l'entretien des équipements de laboratoire et le suivi de procédures de sécurité strictes.

Qualifications

• Diplôme de lycée ou équivalent et deux ans d'expérience, ou un diplôme d'associé avec une certaine expérience.
• Le candidat idéal aura un baccalauréat en biologie ou une discipline connexe.
• Connaissance de l'équipement de laboratoire standard et des pratiques de sécurité.

Responsibilities

• Prépare et équipe les laboratoires d'enseignement pour les cours quotidiens.
• Maintient, répare et nettoie les laboratoires et l'équipement de laboratoire.
• Aide à la préparation et à l'entretien des laboratoires d'enseignement en microbiologie.

Skills

Ability to follow detailed instructions

Knowledge of standard laboratory equipment

Laboratory safety knowledge

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate's degree

Bachelor's degree in Biological Science

Job description

Pay Grade/Pay Range:Minimum: $15.48 - Midpoint: $18.56 (Hourly N2)

Department/Organization:204414 - Biology Lab

Normal Work Schedule:Monday - Friday 8:00am to 4:45pm

Job Summary:The Laboratory Assistant prepares and equips teaching labs for daily classes. Maintains, repairs, and cleans labs and lab equipment.

Additional Department Summary:Helps with the preparation and maintenance of the microbiology teaching laboratories.

Required Minimum Qualifications:High school diploma or GED and two (2) years of experience; OR associate's degree and some experience.

Skills and Knowledge:Ability to follow detailed instructions under limited supervision and work in an environment that requires sitting/standing for periods of time with repetitive movements throughout the day. Knowledge of standard laboratory equipment and laboratory safety is necessary.

Preferred Qualifications:Bachelor's degree in Biological Science, Biology, Microbiology, Botany, or Chemistry and experience in a laboratory.

Background Investigation Statement: Prior to hiring, the final candidate(s) must successfully pass a pre-employment background investigation and information obtained from social media and other internet sources. A prior conviction reported as a result of the background investigation DOES NOT automatically disqualify a candidate from consideration for this position. A candidate with a prior conviction or negative behavioral red flags will receive an individualized review of the prior conviction or negative behavioral red flags before a hiring decision is made.

Equal Employment Opportunity:The University of Alabama is an Equal Employment/Equal Educational Opportunity Institution. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment or volunteer status without regard to any legally protected basis and will not be discriminated against because of their protected status. Applicants and employees of this institution are protected under Federal law from discrimination on several bases. More information is available in the EEOC’sKnow Your Rights: Workplace discrimination is illegalposter.