Laboratory Technician

University of Rochester; United States; On-site; USD 24,000 - 31,000; Part time

Job summary

The University of Rochester is seeking a Laboratory Assistant to support routine dry laboratory research activities in the Radiation Oncology M&D department. You will set up equipment, prepare test specimens, and assist in data extraction and data presentation under established procedures.

Qualifications include a High School diploma or equivalent and at least 1 year of relevant experience. This per diem, part-time role offers hands-on lab exposure in a prestigious medical research setting in

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent and 1 year of relevant experience required.
• Or equivalent combination of education and experience

Responsibilities

• Plans and performs a variety of standardized laboratory tests, analyses, and observations.
• Sets up equipment and apparatus.
• Prepares test specimens.
• Calculates and records results.
• Extracts data from prescribed sources.
• Processes data following defined methods.
• Presents data in prescribed formats.
• Cleans and maintains equipment.
• Assists in developing or modifying methods and procedures.
• May perform specialized duties in process or service laboratories such as photography/illustration functions.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Laboratory tests

Data extraction

Equipment setup

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

1 year of relevant experience

Job description

As a community, the University of Rochester is defined by a deep commitment to Meliora - Ever Better. Embedded in that ideal are the values we share: equity, leadership, integrity, openness, respect, and accountability. Together, we will set the highest standards for how we treat each other to ensure our community is welcoming to all and is a place where all can thrive.

Job Location (Full Address): 601 Elmwood Ave, Rochester, New York, United States of America, 14642

Opening:

Worker Subtype: Regular

Time Type: Time as Reported / Per Diem

Scheduled Weekly Hours: As Scheduled

Department: 400123 Radiation Oncology M&D

Work Shift: UR - Day (United States of America)

Range: UR URG 102 H

Compensation Range: $17.50 - $22.79

The referenced pay range represents the minimum and maximum compensation for this job. Individual annual salaries/hourly rates will be set within the job's compensation range, and will be determined by considering factors including, but not limited to, market data, education, experience, qualifications, expertise of the individual, and internal equity considerations.

Responsibilities:

GENERAL PURPOSE

Performs routine dry laboratory research activities, various and diversified in nature, in accordance with standard practices and procedures. Sets up equipment and apparatus. Prepares test specimens. Calculates and records results. Assists in developing, devising, or modifying methods and procedures.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Plans and performs a variety of standardized laboratory tests, analyses, and observations.
• Sets up equipment and apparatus.
• Prepares test specimens.
• Calculates and records results.
• Extracts data from various prescribed sources.
• Processes data, following well-defined methods.
• Presents data in prescribed formats.
• Cleans and performs routine maintenance on equipment.
• Assists in developing, devising or modifying methods and procedures.
• May perform specialized duties in process or service laboratories, such as photography/illustration functions.

Other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• High School diploma or equivalent and 1 year of relevant experience required
• Or equivalent combination of education and experience

The University of Rochester is committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving an inclusive and welcoming culture to advance the University's Mission to Learn, Discover, Heal, Create - and Make the World Ever Better. In support of our values and those of our society, the University is committed to not discriminating on the basis of age, color, disability, ethnicity, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, military/veteran status, national origin, race, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law (Protected Characteristics). This commitment extends to non-discrimination in the administration of our policies, admissions, employment, access, and recruitment of candidates, for all persons consistent with our values and based on applicable law.