Laboratory Technician - Witkiewicz/Knudsen Lab

Roswellpark; United States; On-site; USD 53,000 - 67,000; Full time

Job summary

Health Research Inc. (HRI) Roswell Park Division seeks a Laboratory Technician in the Molecular & Cellular Biology department. The role involves analytic techniques for fluids and tissues, equipment operation, and maintaining inventories.

The candidate will prepare media, cultures, reagents and solutions, and may train staff or students. This grant-funded position offers a comprehensive benefits package and a salary range reflecting qualifications.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a science-related field or equivalent experience
• Associate's degree plus two years lab experience
• High School Diploma with four years full-time lab experience

Responsibilities

• Analyze laboratory fluids or tissue samples and operate laboratory equipment.
• Prepare standard media, cultures, reagents, stains and solutions.
• Train or lead subordinate staff or students in laboratory tasks as required.

Education

Bachelor's degree in a science-related field

Associate's degree in a science-related field and the equivalent of two (2) years of full-time laboratory experience

High School Diploma or High School Equivalency Diploma and the equivalent of four (4) years of full-time laboratory experience

Job description

Title

Laboratory Technician - Witkiewicz/Knudsen Lab

Job Type

Regular

Company

Health Research, Inc. (HRI) Roswell Park Division

Department

Molecular & Cellular Biology

Time Type

Full time

Weekly Hours

40

FTE

1

Shift

First Shift (United States of America)

Summary

The Laboratory Technician utilizes quantitative and qualitative techniques to analyze laboratory fluid or tissue samples, operates and cares for laboratory equipment; maintains laboratory supplies and related inventory and prepares standard media, cultures, reagents, stains and solutions. The Senior Laboratory technician also prepares standard media, cultures, participates in and performs assigned phases of scientific research projects, tracks, stores, retrieves and distributes specimens for laboratory analysis; prepares related records and may ay train or lead subordinate staff or students in the performance of assigned laboratory tasks; demonstrates basic laboratory techniques to laboratory assistants and technicians, research fellows, residents, and students. They also use computers to organize and analyze laboratory research efforts, maintains established departmental policies and procedures, objectives, quality assurance programs, safety and compliance standards, enhances professional growth and development by participating in educational programs, reading current literature and participating in in-service meetings and workshops and prepares other written documentation as required by the profession and the department; maintains, distributes, analyzes and projects information for required records, reports and statistics as directed. The pay range for this position is $52,976 - $67,185 annually which includes a comprehensive benefits package. The listed pay range reflects the range of potential compensation for this role. The actual offer may vary based on qualifications, skills, and experience.

Qualifications

• Required Education and Experience
• 1. Bachelor's degree in a science-related field; or
• 2. Associate's degree in a science-related field and the equivalent of two (2) years of full-time laboratory experience; or
• 3. High School Diploma or High School Equivalency Diploma and the equivalent of four (4) years of full-time laboratory experience.

NOTE

Degrees must be conferred by an accredited school, college, or university, or by an institution recognized by Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center and/or Health Research Incorporated as adhering to acceptable educational standards.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Roswell Park Cancer Institute Corporation (RPCIC) and Health Research Inc. (HRI) Roswell Park Division believe that all persons are entitled to equal employment opportunities, and we do not discriminate against our employees, applicants or job seekers because of their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, creed, age, disability, pregnancy-related condition, military or veteran status, marital or familial status, domestic violence victim status, citizenship status, genetic information, individual's relationship or association with a member of a protected category or any other protected group status as defined by law.

Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer/Qualified Individuals with Disabilities/Qualified Protected Veterans

Reasonable Accommodation Request

RPCIC and HRI are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please email [e-mail] and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.

Our Core Values

RPCIC and HRI are committed to providing an environment where patients, families, employees and community are treated with courtesy and respect. We support an inclusive environment that nurtures the talents, skills and abilities of each individual to embody and reflect our core values: Innovation, Integrity, Teamwork, Commitment, Compassion and Respect.

Grant Funding

This is a grant-funded position. Compliance with funding requirements such as time and effort reporting, grant deliverables, and contract deliverables is required.

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