LABORATORY TECHNICIAN

To perform routine laboratory research and administrative duties.Responsible for performing laboratory procedures, recording procedure results, purchasing, laboratory organization, and training of student researchers. Description of Duties

• Prepares laboratory analyses and reports test results.
• Collects and processes specimens for analyses including proper handling of paperwork.
• Evaluates sample results.
• Prepares, processes and collects samples.
• Sterilizes lab equipment and lab environment.
• Disinfects complete samples and lab environment.
• Keeps inventory and orders lab supplies.
• Prepares chemical solutions and growth media.
• Maintains lab equipment.
• Maintains records for the lab.
• Aids in preparation of manuscripts for publication and poster presentations for scientific conferences.
• May perform other duties as assigned. Supervision Received Close supervision from assigned supervisor. Supervision Given Aids in supervising student researchers.

Required Education High school diploma or equivalent. Preferred Education College level class work in Biology or Chemistry.

Licenses / Certifications May be required to have All Terrain Vehicle (ATV) safety certificate or obtain within 6 months of start date. Required Experience

• One year of experience with laboratory and / or scientific procedures or
• Eighteen hours of college level Biology and / or chemistry courses. Preferred Experience N / A Equipment Proficiency in the use of PCs and other standard office equipment.

Experience with standard laboratory equipment. Working Conditions Needs to be able to successfully perform all required duties.

Normal laboratory conditions. Occasionally requires working with hazardous chemicals, equipment and materials or in hazardous environments.

Other May require some evening and / or weekend hours. Occasional travel is required. Must be able to work cooperatively with a team of other researchers.

Physical Capabilities N / A Employment Category Full-Time Minimum Salary Commensurate with Experience Posted Salary Commensurate with Experience Position Available Date 08 / 13 / Grant Funded Position Yes If Yes, Provide Grant Expiration Date 02 / 28 / Posting Detail Information EEO Statement It is the policy of The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley to promote and ensure equal employment opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information or protected veteran status.

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