Laboratory Technician I

University of Massachusetts Boston; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Massachusetts Boston seeks a Laboratory Technician I to support academic lab courses. Responsibilities include reagent preparation, equipment setup, and weekly media preparation for Drosophila colony maintenance.

Candidates should have a BS in biology or related field, basic lab experience, and comfort with common techniques; Excel, good record-keeping, and teamwork are important. This is a non-exempt union position with a starting hourly rate.

Qualifications

• A BS in biology or a related field is preferred.
• Basic laboratory experience and comfort with lab techniques.
• Experience with cell biology, botany, ecology, or zoology is helpful.
• Strong record-keeping and communication skills; Excel literacy.

Responsibilities

• Reagent preparation and testing, equipment calibration.
• Feeding and maintaining animal colonies; lab organization.
• Assist with troubleshooting lab exercises; data presentation.
• Wash/autoclave lab items and ensure safe lab practice.

Skills

General lab techniques

Record keeping

Written and oral communication

Microsoft Excel

Teamwork

Education

BS in Biology or related field

Job description

Laboratory Technician I

General Summary:

The incumbent of this position will serve as a Laboratory Technician and will be responsible for performing laboratory work associated with reagent preparation, apparatus and materials set up as part of the academic lab courses. Other tasks related to this role include establishing and maintaining a well-organized lab environment and weekly preparation of media for Drosophila colony maintenance.

Examples of Duties:

Duties include but are not limited to: reagent preparation and testing, equipment calibration, feeding and maintaining animal colonies, assisting with maintaining and organizing lab equipment, records and supplies, assisting laboratory coordinator and teaching assistants with troubleshooting aspects associated with laboratory exercises, presenting experimental results, washing and autoclaving of lab items, and ensuring that safe laboratory practice is followed.

Qualifications:

A BS in the biology or a related field is preferred. The successful candidate will have basic laboratory experience and be comfortable with general lab techniques and/or ample laboratory course work in both general biology and zoology. With a working lab knowledge of two or more of the following areas: cell biology, botany, ecology, and zoology. Attention to detail and good record-keeping skills, strong written and oral communication skills, and computer literacy (especially Microsoft Excel). Must also have the ability to follow oral and written instructions and the ability to work well with others. Must be able to handle supplies and items of up to 30 lbs.

Review of candidates will begin following the application closing date.

Grade: 14 Hourly Rate: $28.05

This is a non-exempt union position.

All official salary offers must be approved by Human Resources.

UMass Boston is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, wewill ensure that persons withdisabilitiesare provided reasonable accommodations for the hiring process. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact the [e-mail] 617-287-5148.

All official salary offers must be approved by Human Resources.

The University of Massachusetts Boston provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, age, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, disability, military status, genetic information, pregnancy or a pregnancy-related condition, or membership in any other legally protected class. The University of Massachusetts Boston complies with all applicable federal, state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the university operates. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment.

UMass Boston does not provide visa sponsorships for non-academic positions.

The University of Massachusetts Boston is committed to providing a safe and secure environment that is supported by qualified employees for all of its students, faculty and staff to carry out the University's teaching, research and public service missions. As a condition of employment, the University will conduct appropriate background check reviews. For more information, please see the University of Massachusetts Boston campus policy and procedures for employee background reviews.