Research Technologist 1-Cheng Laboratory

Title:
323H-YN - Research Technologist 1

Business Title:
Research Technologist 1-Cheng Laboratory

Additional Titles:

Location:
WSU SPOKANE CAMPUS

Employee Type:
Classified

Job Family:
Civil Service - OT Eligible

Position Details:

Summary of Duties:

Located in the College of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences, this Research Technologist position contributes to the fulfillment of the university's mission and vision by providing support to the Cheng laboratory in the Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences. Additional information about the Cheng Laboratory can be found here: https://pharmacy.wsu.edu/directory/zhaokang-cheng/.

This position conducts research on heart disease using biochemical, molecular and cellular biology techniques. This position carries out experiments in cell culture and pre-clinical animal models under the direction of the principal investigator. This position also provides general support to ensure the laboratory operates safely, smoothly, and efficiently. Duties include maintaining laboratory equipment, ordering supplies, and managing animal colonies.

Job Duties:

70% Laboratory and Animal Research

• Under general supervision conduct laboratory/animal research.
• Perform biomedical research techniques, such as tissue culture, nucleic acid and protein analyses. Evaluate research protocols for accuracy and consistency.
• Assist with genetically engineered animal colonies, mouse and rat breeding. Perform genotyping, drug injection, health documentation, and tissue collection.
• Prepare reports (charts, graphs, etc.) suitable for informal and formal presentations, as well as publications.
• Attend and present during regular laboratory meetings.

20% Laboratory Maintenance

• Monitor, order and stock lab supplies.
• Maintain and calibrate laboratory equipment. Maintain laboratory records.
• Properly dispose of laboratory waste, biomedical waste, broken glassware, and any other hazardous materials.
• Keep laboratory clean and organized.
• Monitor for safety.

5% Training

• Assist with scheduling, instruction, and training of students.

5% Miscellaneous

• Miscellaneous appropriate duties as assigned by supervisor.

Required Qualifications:

• Two (2) years experience as a laboratory technician, research aide, OR equivalent; OR a Bachelor's Degree in an appropriate field of science OR technology; OR equivalent education/experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Knowledge in biochemistry, molecular biology, cell biology or pharmacology.
• Experience performing bench work in a research laboratory.
• Animal handling skills.
• Experience in ordering and maintaining lab inventory.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as a team player.

Additional Information:

In accordance with Washington State Governor's Proclamation 21.14.2, as a condition of employment, you must be fully vaccinated or have an approved medical/religious accommodation by time of hire. People are considered fully vaccinated two weeks after receiving their last shot in a vaccine series. Full vaccination status or an approved accommodation will be verified prior to your first day of work. Should you not be fully vaccinated or have an approved medical/religious accommodation you will not be able to start employment with WSU. Information regarding vaccine verification and/or requesting a medical/religious accommodation is available at https://hrs.wsu.edu/covid-19/vax-verification/. Please contact HRS at hrs@wsu.edu or 509-335-4521 if you have questions.

Area/College: College of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences

Department: Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Cheng Laboratory

Department Link: College of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences

City, State, Zip: Spokane, WA, 99202-2131

Monthly Salary: $2,799.00
FTE: 100%
Position Term in months: 12

Permanent/Temporary: Permanent

Background Check: This position has been designated by the department to require a background check.
Screening Begin Date: Screening will begin on April 28, 2022 and will continue until the position is filled.
Special Instructions to Applicants:

Applicants must attach the following documents to their online application: 1) resume and 2) cover letter. Application materials should clearly communicate how the applicant meets all required qualifications and additional requirements. Applicants are required to include contact information for professional references within the application.
Required Documents:

Resume

Cover Letter

Time Type:
Full time

Position Term:
12 Month

WASHINGTON STATE UNIVERSITY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EDUCATOR AND EMPLOYER. Members of ethnic minorities, women, special disabled veterans, veterans of the Vietnam-era, recently separated veterans, and other protected veteran, persons of disability and/or persons age 40 and over are encouraged to apply.

WSU employs only U.S. citizens and lawfully authorized non-U.S. citizens. All new employees must show employment eligibility verification as required by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services.

WSU is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, education and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact Human Resource Services: 509-335-4521 (v), Washington State TDD Relay Service: Voice Callers: 1-800-833-6384; TDD Callers: 1-800-833-6388, 509-335-1259(f), or hrs@wsu.edu.

To apply, visit https://wsu.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/WSU_Jobs/job/Spokane-WA/Research-Technologist-1-Cheng-Laboratory_R-5434

Washington State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Educator and Employer.





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