Laboratory Technician IV

Carolinas Medical Center; Winston-Salem (NC); On-site; USD 39,000 - 59,000; Full time

Job summary

Carolinas Medical Center is seeking a laboratory professional for a full-time role in Wake Forest University Health Sciences - Academic Translational Neuroscience. The position involves coordinating clinical/research projects, developing standard procedures, and performing complex tissue analyses.

The role requires a Bachelor's in Biological/Physical Sciences with extensive lab experience; a Master's in Biology or related Physical Science is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Biological and/or Physical Sciences with four years of related chemical/research experience.
• Master's degree in Biology or related Physical Science with two years of laboratory experience preferred.
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Responsibilities

• Consults with principal investigator on planning, development, and implementation of clinical/research projects.
• Develops control procedures for test standardization.
• Develops techniques for specimen and tissue analyses in complex lab procedures.
• Reviews journals and literature to inform design of procedures or techniques.
• Prepares reports and assists in manuscript preparation for publication.
• Supervises and coordinates lab activities, training, and staffing.
• Maintains facilities and equipment supplies.
• Establishes lab work procedures, methods and policies.
• Interviews technical applicants and recommends personnel actions.
• Performs related duties as needed.

Skills

Oral and written directions

Team collaboration

Laboratory equipment operation

Recordkeeping

Elementary lab techniques & safety

Education

Bachelor's degree in Biological and/or Physical Sciences

Master's degree in Biology or related Physical Science (preferred)

Job description

Department

85046 Wake Forest University Health Sciences - Academic Translational Neuroscience

Status

Full time

Benefits Eligible

Yes

Hours Per Week

32

Schedule Details/Additional Information

Five six-hour days on weekdays and/or some weekend work

Pay Range

$28.55 - $42.85

Education / Experience

Bachelor's degree in the Biological and/or Physical Sciences with four years of related chemical/research experience.

Master's degree in Biology or related Physical Science with two years of laboratory experience preferred.

Licensure, Certification, and/or Registration

N/A

Essential Functions

• Consults with principal investigator in the planning, developing, and implementation of clinical/research projects.
• Develops control procedures for test standardization.
• Develops experimental techniques for specimen and tissue analyses utilized in complex laboratory procedures.
• Reviews scientific journals, abstracts, and other research literature to obtain or verify additional information used in the design and development of original procedures or techniques related to the research/clinical projects.
• Prepares detailed reports on the results of experiments, discusses with principal investigator the interpretation of the results, and collaborates in the preparation of scientific manuscripts for publication.
• Supervises and coordinates the operation, training, and staffing of laboratory activities. Schedules and determines work priorities.
• Maintains facilities and equipment supplies.
• Develops and establishes laboratory work procedures, methods, and policies.
• Interviews technical applicants, recommends employee selection and related personnel actions.
• Performs other related duties incidental to the work described herein.

Skills / Qualifications

• Ability to understand and follow simple oral and written directions
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others
• Ability to operate laboratory equipment
• Knowledge of the maintenance of routine records and reports
• Ability to learn elementary laboratory techniques and safety precautions

Work Environment

Research laboratory environment

Exposure to chemicals

Exposure to glass and other breakable objects

Possible exposure to animals

Possible exposure to bloodborne pathogens

May be required to work hours beyond typical 8 a.m.-5 p.m. schedule and/or evenings and weekends as needed

Physical Requirements

0% 35% 65% to to to 35% 65% 100% N/A Activity X Standing X Walking X Sitting X Bending X Reaching with arms X Finger and hand dexterity X Talking X Hearing X Seeing Lifting, carrying, pushing and or pulling: X 20 lbs. maximum X 50 lbs. maximum X 100 lbs. maximum

Our Commitment to You

Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more - so you can live fully at and away from work, including:

Compensation

• Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training
• Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job
• Incentive pay for select positions
• Opportunity for annual increases based on performance

Benefits and more

• Paid Time Off programs
• Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
• Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
• Educational Assistance Program

Note: Eligibility for programs listed above may depend on your FTE or status (e.g., full-time, part-time, per diem, temporary, etc.); please ask a Recruiter for more information during an interview.

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