GENERAL PURPOSE:

Regularly provides routine technical support for research activities and/or laboratory support. Applies full range of experience and previous job knowledge; frequently adapts procedures, techniques, tools, materials, and/or equipment to meet specialized needs. Assists with the design of new experiments, multimedia sampling, maintenance, operation and calibration of scientific monitoring equipment for research projects. Responsible for general data collection and assisting with analysis, recruiting participants, and may support and assist other technicians.

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Performs simple to moderate technical procedures and experiments according to specific instructions and protocols when initiating and conducting research experiments. Manages data and databases.

2. Maintains records, reports, and inventory. Coordinates consent and assent; administers individual interviews, surveys, and experimental protocols. May assist with the development of research protocols including literature reviews. Performs general data collection during research studies. Records experimental data; collect/ tabulate/ calculate data. Prepare solutions.

3. Assists with purchasing routine lab supplies, collect receipts and monitor expenditures, installs, maintains and repairs general equipment; may do design modifications and fabricate mechanical or electronic equipment depending on area of assignment.

4. May provide general support and supervision of lower level technicians.

5. Work closely with staff to understand the principles of compliance, confidentiality, and other ethical obligations involved in conducting research.

6. May assist faculty and students in the use of equipment. Administers experiments as needed and provides some analysis and interpretation of results as appropriate.

7. Keeps current with industry standards, best practices and trends in health sciences. Attends/participates in weekly lab meetings, and, as appropriate, institutes and seminars.

Other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS:

High school diploma or GED required; Associate's degree in Health Science, Biology, Chemistry or other science related field of study preferred. 2 years of experience performing basic sampling, monitoring or research activities; compiling and collecting data and preparing reports required or equivalent combination of education and experience. OSHA safety requirements; scientific methods required.

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How To Apply

All applicants must apply online.

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Pay Range

Pay Range: $19.37 - $27.12 Hourly

The referenced pay range represents the minimum and maximum compensation for this job. Individual annual salaries/hourly rates will be set within the job’s compensation range, and will be determined by considering factors including, but not limited to, market data, education, experience, qualifications, expertise of the individual, and internal equity considerations.

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