Research Laboratory Technician - Comprehensive Cancer Center Advocate Aurora Health - 3.6 Winston-Salem, NC Job Details Full-time $26.55 - $39.85 an hour 20 hours ago Qualifications Animal health monitoring Biology Biological safety protocols Bachelor's degree in biological science Laboratory experiment design Experimental data reports Computer operation Laboratory inventory control Laboratory safety Medical equipment operation Managing laboratory operations teams Computer literacy Safety regulations Laboratory instruction Chromatographs Animal blood collection Mid-level Master's degree in biology Personal protective equipment (PPE) adherence Research project design Master's degree Surgery Managing laboratory teams Research project technical leadership Laboratory reports Biochemical laboratory techniques Medical laboratory equipment Bachelor's degree Animal surgical procedures Scientific protocols Full Job Description

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EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

Bachelor's degree in the biological and/or physical sciences with two years of related clinical/research experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Master's degree in biology or related physical science preferred. LICENSURE, CERTIFICATION, and/or

REGISTRATION N/A ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Consults with principal investigator and assists in the development of plans for research experiments and data collection procedures. Modifies existing laboratory procedures and protocols to meet the needs of research projects as required. Prepares detailed reports on the results of experiments and discusses the interpretation of results with principal investigator. Reviews scientific journals, abstracts and other related literature for information concerning experimental procedures and supplemental support information. Organizes information for use in applicable research projects. Conducts complex chemical, physical, and biological tests on experimental materials. Performs micro-analysis, tepids analysis, enzyme studies, and chromatographic studies on various types of tissues, secretions, and excretions. Monitors the care of research animals; take blood samples, pressures, and other specimens and measurements as required by research protocols; and performs minor animal surgery. Supervises, trains, and reviews the work of students and lower-level technicians engaged in clinical/research laboratory work. Operates complex specialized laboratory instruments and instructs other personnel in the use and operations of these instruments. Maintains inventory of supplies, materials, and equipment as needed for laboratory operations. Performs other related duties incidental to the work described herein.

SKILLS/QUALIFICATIONS

Ability to listen and communicate effectively. Basic computer skills Knowledge of medical terminology to interact with medical staff regarding laboratory procedures and results Knowledge of medical equipment and instruments Knowledge of common safety hazards and universal precautions to establish a safe work environment

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Research laboratory environment Frequent exposure to diseases, medicinal preparations and other conditions common in a lab environment Exposure to glass and other breakable objects Exposure to animals Must wear protective equipment (gloves, gowns/lab coats, eye protection, face protection) #WFUSM