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Temporary Laboratory/ Research Pool

Western Washington University
Seattle, WA
Full-time

About the Position

Each department may require a different set of skills. Here is a basic list of responsibilities you may perform :

  • Laboratory and facilities management, such as maintenance and scheduling.
  • Grant and budget management
  • Conduct purchasing, do monthly requisitioning, track orders, handle vendor issues, and research new equipment needed for lab
  • Assist and teach undergraduate research students in laboratory techniques; assist with undergraduate research projects
  • Assist faculty with research projects using complex research techniques and specialized scientific equipment
  • Plan and conduct field work to gather data and / or collect samples
  • Provide on-site supervision for students or assistants in conducting research and using specialized scientific equipment
  • Prepare laboratory reagents and set up laboratory spaces for courses
  • Prepare laboratory reagents, maintain laboratory stocks, maintain laboratory inventory
  • Managing research collections that may include cataloguing, cleaning, labeling, storage and maintenance of specimens or objects.
  • Conduct experiments in support of independent research
  • Design experiments in coordination with faculty member, post-doctoral students and other lab members
  • Collect, evaluate, and analyze data utilizing statistical and analytical programs
  • Draw conclusions about collected data and sampling
  • Draft / edit scientific publications on data collected during experimental projects; prepare posters for conferences on research projects

Required Qualifications

  • High school graduate or equivalent. Most positions require additional specialized education or certifications.
  • Basic understanding of Microsoft office and statistical or data programs utilized by the laboratory.
  • Ability to interact effectively with diverse populations.
  • Effective communication skills.

All employees must comply with our Immunization policies, including within 60-days of hire. Please reach out to if you need information regarding medical or religious exemption and applicable accommodations.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in specialized field.
  • Six months of relevant laboratory work experience and experience in materials and methods utilized in projects to be performed by the position.
  • Two years of laboratory / research experience.
  • Advanced understanding of Excel.
  • Advanced understanding of statistical modeling

SalaryDependent upon position Bargaining UnitTemporary employees who work more than hours in a twelve month consecutive period from your original date of hire will be included in an appropriate bargaining unit.

Bargaining unit assignment dependent upon position Application Instructions

A cover letter and resume are required and should address your experience related to the position responsibilities and the required and preferred qualifications.

Please include the names and contact information of three professional references.

Closing Date NotesApplications are reviewed by department as needed

4 days ago
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