Wet Lab Technician (95403BR)

Yale University; New Haven (CT); Hybrid; USD 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Yale University is seeking a Wet Lab Technician to support biosocial science projects in the Human Nature Lab. This role involves conducting laboratory research, data collection, and ensuring high-quality specimen handling while coordinating various lab activities to uphold safety protocols.

Qualifications

• Two years of related work experience necessary.
• Ability to work both independently and in a team.
• Experience with laboratory chemicals and biological specimens.

Responsibilities

• Support research projects and conduct experiments.
• Collect, analyze, and interpret data.
• Order supplies and maintain lab inventory.

Skills

Laboratory research

Data collection

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related field

Tools

Lab inventory software

GC/MS techniques

Job description

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University Job Title

Research Assistant 2 MS

Bargaining Unit

L34 - Local 34 (Yale Union Group)

Time Type

Full time

Duration Type

Fixed

If Fixed Duration, Period

2 years from date of hire

If Fixed Duration, is continuation possible?

Yes

Other Fixed Duration Date

30-Jun-2027

Compensation Grade

Labor Grade D

Wage Ranges

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Searchable Job Family

Research/Support

Total # of hours to be worked:

37.5

Work Week

Standard (M-F equal number of hours per day)

Work Location

Central Campus

Worksite Address

17 Hillhouse Avenue

New Haven, CT 06511

Work Model

Hybrid

Position Focus

The Human Nature Lab (HNL) seeks a Wet Lab Technician experienced in research support to play a key role in our biosocial science projects. A major new focus of our research involves the role of olfaction in the organization of social life, where we examine human-generated organic compounds for their relevance to interpersonal behavior. Other ongoing and planned projects involve social aspects of the gut microbiome, genetics and social behavior, and health as it relates to these and other topics. Collection, extraction, and analysis of volatile and semi-volatile organic compounds via skin sampling, air sampling, and the use of GC/MS will constitute a significant part of the focus of this position.

The Wet Lab Technician supports basic science research efforts by performing defined technical tasks in the laboratory, utilizing standard biology, chemistry, and physics equipment and apparatus. The position will be responsible for cataloguing our biological specimens and maintaining appropriate records, shipping and receiving of specimens, preparing specimens for processing, and supporting extraction or other techniques related to the biochemical analysis of the lab’s specimens.

The Wet Lab Technician will also support the collection of social and biological research data and specimens by working on experimental settings and apparatus related to our research with human subjects. This may include recruitment of research participants, execution of study protocols, collection of survey data and biological specimens, and preparation and organization of data and specimens.

In addition to these project-specific tasks, the Wet Lab Technician will be the primary coordinator of basic activities in the wet lab, including ordering supplies and equipment, coordinating waste removal, performing and coordinating equipment maintenance, and working with the research team to ensure compliance with EHS and other safety protocols. The technician may also coordinate wet lab activities with the HNL’s broader set of social science projects, liaise with external labs for sample transfers and processing, conduct library research, and prepare reports related to research results and lab inventories.

Essential Duties

• Researches and collects data through complex laboratory/scientific experiments, techniques, and procedures; library research; structured interviews; or through other means for research projects. Interprets, synthesizes, and analyzes data using scientific or statistical techniques. 2. Modifies and plans research experiments, procedures, tests, or survey instruments. Assists in research design. Writes and edits material for publication and presentation. Reports on status of research activities. 3. Oversees and instructs research and support staff on technical procedures, equipment operation, and laboratory maintenance. Schedules and coordinates research activities. Sets up, operates, and maintains laboratory equipment and apparatus. Modifies equipment according to experimental specifications. 4. Orders and maintains inventory of supplies. May monitor hazardous work areas and laboratory safety. Prepares related reports. May prepare financial information and monitor budgets. 5. Performs additional functions incidental to research activities.
  
  

Required Education And Experience

Two years of related work experience in the same job family and a Bachelor's degree in a related field; or an equivalent combination of experience and education.

Required Skill/Ability 1

Demonstrated ability to conduct laboratory research, follow protocols, and ensure high quality data and/or specimen collection and processing.

Required Skill/Ability 2

Strong organizational skills with demonstrated ability to manage lab supplies, specimens, and equipment. Ability to have excellent attention to detail in this domain.

Required Skill/Ability 3

Ability to work effectively as part of a research team involving faculty, staff, students, and external partners.

Required Skill/Ability 4

Ability to work independently when needed but also to take direction from multiple team members in order to maintain smooth lab operations and adherence to scientific and safety protocols.

Required Skill/Ability 5

Demonstrated experience working in a setting that involved handling laboratory chemicals, biochemicals, and/or biological specimens.

Preferred Education, Experience And Skills

B.S. in chemistry, biology, or related field. Two or more years of experience in a biological or biomedical setting involving human subjects. Proficiency with lab inventory software such as FreezerPro. Background in applied chemistry, including GC/MS techniques and/or chemical decontamination. Fluency in Spanish and/or interest in foreign travel a plus.

Weekend Hours Required?

Occasional

Evening Hours Required?

Occasional

Drug Screen

No

Health Screening

No

Background Check Requirements

All candidates for employment will be subject to pre-employment background screening for this position, which may include motor vehicle, DOT certification, drug testing and credit checks based on the position description and job requirements. All offers are contingent upon the successful completion of the background check. For additional information on the background check requirements and process visit "Learn about background checks" under the Applicant Support Resources section of Careers on the It's Your Yale website.

Health Care Worker

This role is a healthcare worker position. Healthcare workers (HCW) are defined as university employees working a healthcare setting who have the potential for direct or indirect exposure to patients, human research subjects or infectious materials including body substance, contaminated medical supplies, devices and equipment, surfaces, or air. HCW have specific health requirements that must be met prior to starting work, including MMR vaccine or immunity, varicella (chickenpox) vaccine or immunity, TB screening, COVID vaccine according to University policy, hepatitis B vaccine or immunity, and annual flu vaccination.

Posting Disclaimer

The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the essential functions that will be required of the position and should not be construed as a declaration of specific duties and responsibilities of the particular position. Employees will be assigned specific job-related duties through their hiring departments.

EEO Statement

The University is committed to basing judgments concerning the admission, education, and employment of individuals upon their qualifications and abilities and seeks to attract to its faculty, staff, and student body qualified persons from a broad range of backgrounds and perspectives. In accordance with this policy and as delineated by federal and Connecticut law, Yale does not discriminate in admissions, educational programs, or employment against any individual on account of that individual’s sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, race, color, national or ethnic origin, religion, age, disability, status as a special disabled veteran, veteran of the Vietnam era or other covered veteran.

Inquiries concerning Yale’s Policy Against Discrimination and Harassment may be referred to the Office of Institutional Equity and Accessibility (OIEA).

Note

Yale University is a tobacco-free campus

Seniority level

• Seniority level

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Employment type

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  Higher Education

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