Classification:

Non-Exempt

Job Family:

Technicians

Reports to:

HHMI Member

Job Description Summary:

OVERALL RESPONSIBILITY

Assists lab manager with organization and maintenance of lab equipment, inventory, and cleaning of the lab.

CHARACTERISTIC DUTIES

• Maintains supply inventory Lab Common Stocks of consumables. Will unpack stock and place in appropriate space.

• Prepares and add orders to Workday for necessary supply and chemical stocks.

• Assists Lab Manager cleaning, and sterilizing laboratory equipment, instruments, and tissue culture room including biosafety cabinets, liquid bio waste, and change bleach in waste bottles.

• Cleans and organizes sinks in the lab.

• Assist with refrigerator and freezer defrosting.  Organize freezer racks.

• Will wipe down the centrifuges and other equipment once a month

• Moderate lifting required (up to 20-30 pounds).

• Other tasks as required or assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Certificate in biology required
• Basic lab experience preferred.
• Knowledge of basic lab techniques will be a plus.
• Proactive and interest to learn new techniques.
• Willing to work with animals (mice).
• Excellent oral communication skills, strong organizational skills required.

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