OPS Part-Time Laboratory Technician

Classification Title:

OPS Part-Time Laboratory Technician

Job Description:

The Center for Pharmacogenomics and Precision Medicine (CPPM) at the College of Pharmacy is searching for an OPS Part-Time Laboratory Technician.  This position is part-time, approximately 16 hours/week, but will vary week to week.

Duties and Responsibilities include:

• Operates and maintenance of laboratory equipment.
• Cleans, maintains, and prepares supplies and work areas.
• Assists with inventory of materials to maintain supplies.
• Biological sample transport and processing for analysis.
• Keeps detailed logs of all work-related activities.
• Perform, as directed, safety compliance and uses Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) as needed. 
• Establish and maintain working relationships and good customer service skills.
• Assist with the basic laboratory and safety training of others.
• Perform other related duties including special projects as requested.

The University of Florida College of Pharmacy values the benefit of having a team that consists of diverse talents, skills, strengths, points of view and experiences. The college is committed to cultivating an environment where everyone is respected for their intrinsic value and developing the next generation of clinicians and scientists who will positively impact the health of others. We’re committed to creating a working environment where everyone can be heard and recognized for their contributions. In recognition of such efforts, the College of Pharmacy is the 3-time recipient of the Insight into Diversity Health Professions Higher Education Excellence in Diversity Award. Expected Salary:

$15-18/hour, commensurate with education and experience.

Employment Benefits include: Health Insurance: UF participates in state-sponsored benefits programs for individuals, families and domestic partners, and offers voluntary insurance that includes vision, dental, long-term disability and more. OPS employees are eligible for state benefits if your FTE is 0.75 (30 hours per week) or greater.   Retirement Options: The Federal Insurance Contributions Act (FICA) Alternative Plan is a mandatory retirement savings plan under Internal Revenue Code section 401(a) with Fidelity Investments and is required for eligible OPS employees. You may also voluntarily participate in other retirement saving plans.   To learn more visit: hr.ufl.edu/benefits Minimum Requirements:

Successful completion of a college-level biology or chemistry laboratory course

Preferred Qualifications:

Prior biomedical laboratory work experience

Good language and communication skills

Good interpersonal skills

Special Instructions to Applicants:

To be considered, you must upload your cover letter, resume, and list of three professional references.

As a part of our review for research and research support positions, we look for a full CV which includes all professional appointments/engagements, all post-secondary education, and all publications from post-secondary education and all respective dates. Please be sure to not use acronyms in your CV. This CV should include names of entities associated with any projects.

This position is in-person and is not eligible for remote work.

Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.

 

Health Assessment Required: Yes