Life Science Technician II

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

•    Bachelor’s degree in a related scientific or engineering field. 
•    Computer proficiency and excellent organizational skills are required. 
•    Must be accurate, efficient, and reliable, have excellent record keeping abilities and have good communication skills.
•    Experience with RNA molecular biology (pipetting, dilutions, PCR, RNA extraction, RT-qPCR)
•    Experience with cell culture (feeding cells, splitting cells, sterile technique)
•    Experience with high-throughput sequencing library preparation is desired but not required

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE (REQUIRED):

Two years of laboratory experience or two years of college coursework in the scientific discipline a combination of equivalent education and relevant work experience.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (REQUIRED):

Work at the Life Science Technician II level requires experience and ability beyond that required for the Life Science Technician I, including increased technical skills and problem-solving abilities. 

CERTIFICATIONS & LICENSES:

None

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS*:

•    Frequently stand, walk, twist, bend, stoop, squat, grasp lightly, use fine manipulation, grasp forcefully, perform desk-based computer tasks, use telephone, write by hand. 
•    Ability to stand and move on hard surfaces for up to eight hours.
•    Occasionally lift and handle materials up to 10 pounds
•    Rarely carry/pull and/or push up to 20 pounds
•    Must have correctible vision to perform duties of the job.
•    Position may require repetitive motion.

* - Consistent with its obligations under the law, the University will provide reasonable accommodation to any employee with a disability who requires accommodation to perform the essential functions of his or her job.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Work occurs in a research laboratory environment. Depending on research, may work in the vicinity of animals, chemicals, gasses, or hazardous materials. Expected to follow all safety requirements and procedures including wearing appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) if required.

Additional and/or Unusual WORKING CONDITIONS: (remove if none)

•    May require working in close proximity to BSL2 biohazardous materials (infrequently working with replication defective lentivirus)
•    May require work in an environment where animals are used for teaching and research.
•    Must perform tasks that require the use of personal protective equipment, such as safety glasses and shoes, protective clothing and gloves, and possibly a respirator. 
•    May require extended or unusual work hours based on research requirements and business needs.