Laboratory Glassware Washer (Monday - Friday, 8:00 am - 4:30 pm)

Stanford Reglab; United States; On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

The Stanford Department of Biochemistry seeks a full‑time Laboratory Glassware Washer (8:00 am – 4:30 pm, Monday–Friday). Represented by SEIU Local 2007; terms governed by the collective bargaining agreement.

Responsibilities include washing and sterilizing glassware, maintaining cleanliness, and assisting the Lab Manager with cleanup and back‑up Lab Assistant duties. Minimum education is a high school diploma with at least one year of related work experience; ability to operate autoclaves,

Qualifications

• High school diploma; one year of related work experience preferred.
• Ability to operate autoclaves, glass washers, pH meters and balances.
• Some experience with sterile technique preferred.
• Work independently with good organizational and problem‑solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Wash laboratory glassware and maintain cleanliness of lab space.
• Assist Lab Manager with cleanup and back-up Lab Assistant duties as needed.
• Operate autoclaves, glass washers, pH meters and balances as required.
• Work under supervision initially, then spot‑check performance.

Skills

Autoclave operation

Sterile technique

Independent work

Organization

Problem solving

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Autoclave

Glass washer

PH meters

Balances

Job description

This position is represented by SEIU Local 2007 and the collective bargaining agreement between the university and SEIU Local 2007 governs the terms and conditions of employment

The Stanford Department of Biochemistry (40 hours per week) seek a 100% FTE Laboratory Glassware Washer (8:00 am – 4:30 pm, Monday – Friday). The Laboratory Glassware Washer is responsible for collection of soiled glassware, such as beakers, bottles, flasks, cylinders and tubes from each lab daily, and processes glassware by washing, rinsing, drying and sterilizing, as is appropriate for each item, before returning it to the centralized glassware facility. Assist Lab Manager with clean-up activities as needed. May occasionally perform incidental functions of Laboratory Assistant for back-up coverage purposes. Qualifications: The Glassware Washer position requires at a minimum, completion of high school, with one year's work experience required, including ability to operate autoclaves, glass washers PH meters and balances preferred. Some experience with sterile technique preferred. Ability to work with little supervision, establish own work priorities and independently search out and correct any errors. Resolve questions specifically related to the area of responsibility, using sound personal communication skills. Good organizational and problem-solving skills required.

Laboratory Assistants perform a variety of laboratory support functions to assist technical and professional employees and faculty members of the routine aspects of operating laboratories. Examples of duties in this series include glassware washing, laboratory cleanliness, media preparation, laboratory supplies, equipment servicing and routine technical support following well established guidelines. These positions are distinguished from Life Science Technician positions in that they require less specific technical knowledge and skill in laboratory procedures. The Lab Assistants work focuses on laboratory support that ensures sterile laboratory glassware, availability of supplies and media, and functioning equipment. Lab Assistants also perform routine work that supports lab research. There are five levels in the series: Laboratory Glassware Washer, Laboratory Glassware Washer Specialist, and Laboratory Assistants I, II, and III. These classifications are differentiated on the basis of the range of the duties the employees perform, the nature of the supervision received, and the level of responsibility inherent in each individual position. Characteristic duties represent key tasks and responsibilities currently associated with the job; they are not intended to provide a complete list of all duties performed by employees in these classifications.

Wash laboratory glassware and maintain cleanliness of laboratory and equipment. In addition, may perform incidental functions of Laboratory Assistants. Work is initially done under direct supervision and then periodically spot-checked.

CERTIFICATIONS & LICENSES:

None

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS*:

• Manual dexterity to perform assigned tasks.
• Write by hand, sort/file paperwork or parts.
• Frequently stand/walk, perform seated work, operate special machines
• Occasionally twist/bend/stoop/squat, reach /work above shoulders, light fine grasping.
• Lift/carry/push/pull objects that weigh up to 40 pounds.
• Rarely help move heavier items (e.g. chairs or lab equipment; packages of supplies; drums containing 2 to 15 gallons, depending on ability.
• In some Glassware Washing operations, occasionally may pull a wheeled Glassware cart that weighs approximately 100 pounds

* - Consistent with its obligations under the law, the University will provide reasonable accommodation to any employee with a disability who requires accommodation to perform the essential functions of his or her job.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Work occurs in a research laboratory environment. Depending on research, Lab Assistants may work in the vicinity of animals, chemicals, gasses or hazardous materials. Expected to follow all safety requirements and procedures, including wearing appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) if required.

Core Duties:

• Wash laboratory glassware using a variety of methods: handwashing, machine washing, acid cleaning, boiling, autoclaving, etc.
• Perform miscellaneous laboratory duties such as cleaning of apparatus and equipment, general clean-up of laboratory, sterilizing media, reagents, instruments, etc.
• May perform incidental functions of the Laboratory Assistant I.
• Adhere to safety rules.

Minimum Education and Experience

Some familiarity with a laboratory environment helpful but not required. Will be trained to do this work.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to follow detailed oral and/or written instructions (both verbal and written) instructions.
• Manual dexterity sufficient to perform the characteristic duties.
• Habits of cleanliness and neatness.
• Demonstrated punctuality and consistent attendance.