Core Labs Preparator, Department of Biology Wake Forest University - 4.0 Winston-Salem, NC Job Details Part-time 13 hours ago Qualifications Bachelor's degree

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Apply from your existing Workday account in the Jobs Hub. Do not apply from this website. A cover letter is required for all positions; optional for facilities, campus services, and hospitality roles unless otherwise specified. Job Description Summary Part-time (28.75 hours per week) position preparing Biology core teaching laboratories for instruction under supervision of the Core Labs Coordinator and Core Labs Manager. Sets up, maintains, and removes experimental equipment and consumable materials weekly. At end of semester, assists other Core Labs staff with inventory, equipment maintenance, and preparation for the fall semester. Also oversees chemical hygiene program for the Department of Biology, serving as Safety Assistant during chemical disposal, hazardous waste pickups, building inspections, and other safety-related tasks. This position is not eligible for sponsorship of non-immigrant or immigrant visa status through Wake Forest University. All eligible applicants are encouraged to apply.

Job Description Essential Functions:

Weekly preparation and set-up for core biology teaching labs. Works with Core Labs staff to ensure safe working conditions in Biology teaching laboratory classrooms. Works with Environmental Health & Safety staff to assure compliance with local, state, and federal safety regulations. Assists in the maintenance of a clean and welcoming environment in Biology teaching labs.

Required Education, Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:

BS/BA in a biological science or chemistry; prior experience with teaching laboratory set-up preferred.

Preferred Education, Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:

Experience teaching undergraduate lab classes. Knowledge of basic cell and molecular biology. Ability to communicate effectively (oral and written). Proficiency with standard office and statistical software. Knowledge of (or willingness to learn) about regulatory compliance issues. Once trained, ability to work with minimal supervision using the above knowledge and skills.

Accountabilities:

Works closely with Core Labs staff to prepare teaching labs for students at the start of each week of the semester and throughout the week, as needed. Serves as liaison between Environmental Health & Safety and the Department of Biology. Physical Requirements Medium work. Stooping, kneeling, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, lifting, fingering, feeling, talking, hearing. Close visual acuity.

Environmental Conditions:

Subject to inside environmental conditions. Subject to hazards (chemicals). Cultures and ensures survival of non-hazardous unicellular organisms, bacteria, and insects used in lab exercises.

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This position profile identifies the key responsibilities and expectations for performance. It cannot encompass all specific job tasks that an employee may be required to perform. Employees are required to follow any other job-related instructions and perform job-related duties as may be reasonably assigned by the employee's supervisor. In order to provide a safe and productive learning and living community, Wake Forest University conducts background investigations and drug screens for all final candidates being considered for employment. The University is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes all qualified candidates to apply without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, genetic information, disability and military or veteran status. If you are an individual with a disability and need an accommodation to participate in the application or interview process, please contact . Time Type Requirement Part time Note to

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This position profile identifies the key responsibilities and expectations for performance. It cannot encompass all specific job tasks that an employee may be required to perform. Employees are required to follow any other job-related instructions and perform job-related duties as may be reasonably assigned by his/her supervisor. In order to provide a safe and productive learning and living community, Wake Forest University conducts background investigations and drug screens for all final staff candidates being considered for employment. Equal Opportunity Statement The University is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes all qualified candidates to apply without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, genetic information, disability and military or veteran status. Accommodations for Applicants If you are an individual with a disability and need an accommodation to participate in the application or interview process, please contact or (336) 758-4700.