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PLV Biology Student Lab Technician
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A Biology Laboratory Technician helps with the performance of laboratory tests, which provide information for biological research. Sets up, operates, and maintains laboratory equipment, makes observations, and calculates and records results; receives, types, tests, and records blood bank inventories. May analyze organic substances, such as blood, food, and drugs.
$54,643 / year median in New York
+11% projected growth
Job Description
Description The PLV Biology Department is seeking student laboratory technicians. Students will provide technical assistance concerning experimental preparations and procedures for laboratory classes. Responsibilities include but are not limited to : The preparation of lab materials for undergraduate lab experiments, i.e. preparing solutions, micro-biologic media/subcultures, dissection specimens, electrophoresis apparatus, etc. Conduct inventories of chemicals, lab supplies, IT equipment, instruments, anatomy models, lab equipment, etc. Operate, maintain, and calibrate standard lab equipment and instrumentation Involved in regulatory compliant lab practices and record-keeping Actively involved in general laboratory maintenance which includes organizing lab classrooms, prep rooms, and stockrooms, washing glassware, and autoclaving/segregating micro-waste Lab safety training is required and provided before working in the labs. Requirements Non-Work Study and Work-Study Students may apply. Science Major (Biology, Behavioral Neuroscience, Chemical Biology, Chemistry, Biochemistry, Nursing or Health Science) Previous lab experience Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel Good organizational and multi-tasking skills