Research Laboratory Technician - Comprehensive Cancer Center

Wake Forest University School of Medicine; Winston-Salem (NC); On-site; USD 50,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Wake Forest University School of Medicine in Winston-Salem, NC is seeking a skilled researcher to support scientific investigations. The role requires a biology/physical science background with related clinical/research experience and may prefer a Master's degree.

The position operates in a grant-funded environment and involves collaboration with a principal investigator. You will perform complex tests, analyze data, review literature, supervise junior staff, and manage laboratory instruments

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in the biological and/or physical sciences with two years of related clinical/research experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Master's degree in biology or related physical science preferred.
• Grant-funded position.

Responsibilities

• Consults with principal investigator and assists in the development of plans for research experiments and data collection procedures.
• Modifies existing laboratory procedures and protocols to meet the needs of research projects as required.
• Prepares detailed reports on the results of experiments and discusses the interpretation of results with principal investigator.
• Reviews scientific journals, abstracts and other related literature for information concerning experimental procedures and supplemental support information. Organizes information for use in applicable research projects.
• Conducts complex chemical, physical, and biological tests on experimental materials.
• Performs mass spectrometry analysis, and chromatographic studies on various types of tissues, secretions, and excretions.
• Perform sample preparation from a variety of biological specimens for instrumental analysis of proteins and metabolites.
• Supervises, trains, and reviews the work of students and lower-level technicians engaged in research laboratory work.
• Operates complex specialized laboratory instruments (i.e., LC-MS/MS).
• Maintains inventory of supplies, materials, and equipment as needed for laboratory operations.
• Performs other related duties incidental to the work described herein.

Skills

Listening & communication

Basic computer skills

Knowledge of medical terminology

Knowledge of medical equipment and

Knowledge of safety hazards & prec.

Education

Bachelor's degree in biological/physical sciences

Master's degree in biology or related physical science preferred

Tools

LC-MS/MS

Mass spectrometry

Chromatography

Job description

Education/Experience

Bachelor's degree in the biological and/or physical sciences with two years of related clinical/research experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Master's degree in biology or related physical science preferred.

******Grant-funded Position******

Education/Experience

Bachelor's degree in the biological and/or physical sciences with two years of related clinical/research experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Master's degree in biology or related physical science preferred.

LICENSURE, CERTIFICATION, and/or REGISTRATION

• N/A

Essential Functions

• Consults with principal investigator and assists in the development of plans for research experiments and data collection procedures.
• Modifies existing laboratory procedures and protocols to meet the needs of research projects as required.
• Prepares detailed reports on the results of experiments and discusses the interpretation of results with principal investigator.
• Reviews scientific journals, abstracts and other related literature for information concerning experimental procedures and supplemental support information. Organizes information for use in applicable research projects.
• Conducts complex chemical, physical, and biological tests on experimental materials.
• Performs mass spectrometry analysis, and chromatographic studies on various types of tissues, secretions, and excretions.
• Perform sample preparation from a variety of biological specimens for instrumental analysis of proteins and metabolites.
• Supervises, trains, and reviews the work of students and lower-level technicians engaged in research laboratory work.
• Operates complex specialized laboratory instruments (i.e., LC-MS/MS).
• Maintains inventory of supplies, materials, and equipment as needed for laboratory operations.
• Performs other related duties incidental to the work described herein.

Skills/Qualifications

• Ability to listen and communicate effectively.
• Basic computer skills
• Knowledge of medical terminology to interact with medical staff regarding laboratory procedures and results
• Knowledge of medical equipment and instruments
• Knowledge of common safety hazards and universal precautions to establish a safe work environment

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Research laboratory environment Frequent exposure to diseases, medicinal preparations and other conditions common in a lab environment
• Exposure to glass and other breakable objects
• Exposure to animals
• Must wear protective equipment (gloves, gowns/lab coats, eye protection, face protection)

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