Laboratory Technician

Overview

A Laboratory Technician position is currently available in Dr. Fadi Xu’s laboratory. Dr. Xu is looking for a Summer student with a Computer Science background who, under general direction, can write a software for analysis of cardiac signals in animals in response to intravenous injections or inhalation of opioids.

Qualifications

High school diploma or GED plus one (1) or two (2) years relevant post high school education (college, university or technical school) in a science curriculum or one (1) or two (2) years of equivalent work experience in a research, commercial or hospital laboratory; or an equivalent combination of education, training and/or experience from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been attained.

Requires strong written and verbal communication skills, the ability to work independently and as a part of a team.  Must have working knowledge of Microsoft Office, as well as the ability to learn department-specific computer systems as needed.

This position may involve work inside the ABSL3 facility which may require vaccinations/immunizations.  Candidates must be able to lift up to 20 pounds and wear a respirator.  A Post-offer physical and background check are required.  Ability to gain and maintain access to Kirtland Air Force base (KAFB) is required.

Physical Requirements

Work is performed in a wet laboratory environment.  Will operate standard laboratory equipment and will frequently stand, walk, sit, perform lab- and desk-based computer tasks, perform laboratory techniques requiring grasping/pipetting/hand dexterity, perform repetitive motions and occasionally lift objects that weigh up to 50 pounds.  Will wear personal protective equipment which may include a respirator.  May work in close proximity to an environment containing research animals and may be required to work with or be in areas where hazardous materials and/or infectious agents are present which may require vaccinations.The above is intended to describe the general requirements for the position and should not be interpreted as an exhaustive statement of physical requirements.  The Institute will provide reasonable accommodation to any employee with a disability who requires an accommodation to perform the essential functions of the position.

Salary

Salary is commensurate with experience $500 sign-on bonus.

EEO, including disability/vets