Research Technician I

Tulane group; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Tulane University in New Orleans seeks an entry-level laboratory assistant to support daily operations and perform straightforward experiments. You will communicate effectively, maintain records, and help troubleshoot basic equipment under the PI's supervision.

Ideal candidates have a High School Diploma with potential fit for candidates with some lab exposure or science coursework; opportunity to grow in a dynamic university lab environment and contribute to research support activities.

Qualifications

• Clear written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency with PC/Mac computers and Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) to create materials and reports.
• Strong organizational and time management abilities.
• Familiarity with basic lab equipment and ability to troubleshoot minor malfunctions.
• Excellent record keeping and file maintenance.
• Ability to work on projects under the supervision of the PI.

Responsibilities

• Assist in day-to-day lab operations and straightforward experiments.
• Maintain documentation and equipment inventories.
• Support lab staff and PI with project tasks as assigned.

Skills

Communication

Microsoft Office

Organizational skills

Laboratory equipment troubleshooting

Record keeping

Supervision by PI

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Laboratory equipment

Job description

Performs general operational assistance in the laboratory. This person will assist in day-to-day lab operations while conducting straight forward experiments.

• Ability to communicate effectively, both written and verbally
• Ability to use a PC or Mac computer and Microsoft Office software (Word, Excel, PowerPoint). To create instruction material, reports and equipment brochures.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Familiarity with the operations of basic laboratory equipment; ability to troubleshoot minor malfunctions of scientific equipment holdings.
• Excellent record keeping and file maintenance skills.
• Ability to work on projects under the supervision of the PI.
  

REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• High School Diploma
  

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• One year of lab experience or college level science courses
  

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