We are seeking a Laboratory Assistant to carry out experiments under close supervision of a faculty investigator, senior technician, or postdoctoral fellow, in a pediatric oncology lab that specializes in solid tumor research. Follows routine protocols under the close supervision.

Specific Duties & Responsibilities

• Participates in lab meetings and journal clubs.
• Records data.
• Maintains and makes minor adjustments to equipment.
• Prepares solutions, reagents, and stains following standard laboratory formulas and procedures.
• Prepares, cleans, sterilizes, and maintains laboratory equipment, glassware, and instruments used in research experiments.
• Grows and maintains human cell lines used in laboratory research.
• Performs experiments under direct supervision of a senior lab member and in doing so, utilizes requisite lab equipment and instruments.

• High School Diploma or graduation equivalent.

• Some undergraduate coursework.

Classified Title: Laboratory Assistant
Role/Level/Range: ACRO40/E/01/CA
Starting Salary Range: $15.00 - $20.00 HRLY ($17.50/hour targeted; Commensurate with experience)
Employee group: Casual / On Call
Schedule: M-F, 830-500
Exempt Status:Non-Exempt
Location:School of Medicine Campus
Department name: SOM Onc Pediatric Oncology
Personnel area: School of Medicine