Molecular & Cellular Pharmacology Lab Technician (Part-Time)

Socket.dev; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 16,000 - 23,000; Part time

Job summary

The University of Miami is seeking a part-time, temporary Laboratory Assistant to support research activities in a molecular and cellular biology setting. Responsibilities include maintaining lab equipment, assisting with experiments, managing records, and processing data using standard office and lab software.

Candidate should have at least a high school diploma and one year of lab experience, with strong communication and organizational skills.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication skills.
• Ability to interact well across diverse scientific and professional disciplines.
• Knowledgeable in Microsoft Office Applications.
• Skill in completing assignments accurately and with attention to detail.
• Ability to analyze, organize and prioritize work under pressure while meeting deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Cleans, sanitizes, maintains and operates lab equipment.
• Aids scientists with experiments and may perform some experiments or some parts of experiments.
• Keeps records, use computers and computerized equipment for research, and may assist with analysis of research data.
• Maintains lab supplies inventory by checking stock to determine inventory level, placing and expediting orders for supplies and verifying receipt of supplies.
• Performs various editorial duties and works closely with research members to provide proofreading for manuscripts and grant proposals as well as writing support for lab protocols.
• Processes, organizes and summarizes data. Reports experiment results using a variety of scientific, word processing, spreadsheet or power point applications or program platforms.
• Ensures compliance with all applicable safety regulations in conjunction with the lab and safety and regulatory offices.
• Coordinate and carry out shipments of laboratory reagents.
• Perform PCR genotyping for animals.
• Perform basic data analyses of cell and animal experiments.
• Sets up and operates various scientific apparatus as needed.
• Prepares and maintains culture media reagents.
• Orders laboratory supplies as needed.
• Attends and participates in meetings, conferences, and training groups as requested.
• Records research procedures and results.
• Maintains records, codes data for input for electronic data processing inputs and retrieves data electronically.
• Adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Excellent communication

Attention to detail

Data handling

Time management

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

The University of Miami is seeking a part-time, temporary Laboratory Assistant to support research activities in a molecular and cellular biology setting. Responsibilities include maintaining lab equipment, assisting with experiments, managing records, and processing data using standard office and lab software.

Candidate should have at least a high school diploma and one year of lab experience, with strong communication and organizational skills.