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Lab Technician I/II/III
Position Details
Position Information
Requisition Number
S2764P
Home Org Name
Pathobiology
Division Name
College of Veterinary Medicine
Position Title
Lab Technician I/II/III
Job Class Code
HB01A-D
Appointment Status
Full-time
Part-time FTE
Limited Term
No
Limited Term Length
Job Summary
The College of Veterinary Medicine seeks a Lab Technician to provide technical support and services within a lab in support of research, projects, services, and/or instruction within the Department of Pathobiology.
Laboratory Research Associate for managing routine laboratory operations and physically and technically supporting various biomedical experiments involving microorganisms, biological and chemical reagents, and laboratory animals. The personnel hired for this position will also be in charge of ordering and inventorying laboratory supplies, maintaining laboratory SOPs and safety documents, operating and maintaining laboratory equipment, and managing and disposing of physical, chemical, and biological laboratory waste materials.
About Auburn: Auburn was named by Forbes Magazine as one of the state of Alabama’s best employers, with employees staying an average of ten years! Learn more about Auburn’s impact, generous employee benefits, and thriving community by visiting aub.ie/working-for-auburn.
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Our Commitment: Auburn University is committed to a diverse and inclusive campus environment. Visit auburn.edu/inclusion to learn more about our commitment to expanding equity and inclusion for all.
Laboratory Research Associate for managing routine laboratory operations and physically and technically supporting various biomedical experiments involving microorganisms, biological and chemical reagents, and laboratory animals. The personnel hired for this position will also be in charge of ordering and inventorying laboratory supplies, maintaining laboratory SOPs and safety documents, operating and maintaining laboratory equipment, and managing and disposing of physical, chemical, and biological laboratory waste materials.
About Auburn: Auburn was named by Forbes Magazine as one of the state of Alabama’s best employers, with employees staying an average of ten years! Learn more about Auburn’s impact, generous employee benefits, and thriving community by visiting aub.ie/working-for-auburn.
It’s a Lifestyle: The Auburn/Opelika area is a page right out of Southern Living magazine with an idyllic small-town feel, perfecting a unique balance between a close-knit community and driving consistent growth and development. Paralleling the exponential growth of Auburn University, the Auburn/Opelika area boasts services and amenities that cater to any interest. We’re proud of our top school systems, city services, award-winning restaurants, and the infectious spirit of life in a college town. You can find us nestled halfway between the beach and the mountains in a lower-cost-of-living area, two hours outside of Atlanta or Birmingham. If you’re new to Auburn, we’d love to introduce you. If you’re already acquainted with Auburn, we’ll keep it simple: it’s time to come home!
Our Commitment: Auburn University is committed to a diverse and inclusive campus environment. Visit auburn.edu/inclusion to learn more about our commitment to expanding equity and inclusion for all.
Essential Functions
- Conducts routine and specialized laboratory analysis.
- Maintains experiments, lab classroom set-ups, and/or lab projects/services.
- Coordinates the availability, use, and maintenance of laboratory equipment, materials, and/or key inventories.
- Assists others by providing expertise and advice concerning laboratory operation and safety.
- May collect and analyze data and perform observations for analysis.
- May oversee and train graduate and undergraduate students in the proper use of equipment and supplies.
- May coordinate with industry and/or other university researchers and provide input on experimental designs and practical implications of research results.
- May assist faculty and/or lab director in preparing/teaching/conducting laboratory courses and lecture demonstrations.
Minimum Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications
Level I: High school diploma or equivalent.
Level II: High school diploma or equivalent plus 1 year of relevant experience in performing tests and/or research in a lab setting.
Level III: High school diploma or equivalent plus 4 years of relevant experience in performing tests and/or research in a lab setting.
Level IV: High school diploma or equivalent plus 6 years of relevant experience in performing tests and/or research in a lab setting.
Substitutions for Experience: When a candidate has the required education, but lacks the required experience, they may normally apply additional appropriate education toward the experience requirement, at a rate of one (1) year of relevant education per year of required experience.
Level II: High school diploma or equivalent plus 1 year of relevant experience in performing tests and/or research in a lab setting.
Level III: High school diploma or equivalent plus 4 years of relevant experience in performing tests and/or research in a lab setting.
Level IV: High school diploma or equivalent plus 6 years of relevant experience in performing tests and/or research in a lab setting.
Substitutions for Experience: When a candidate has the required education, but lacks the required experience, they may normally apply additional appropriate education toward the experience requirement, at a rate of one (1) year of relevant education per year of required experience.
Minimum Skills, License, and Certifications
Minimum Skills and Abilities
Minimum Technology Skills
Minimum License and Certifications
None Required.
Desired Qualifications
Desired Qualifications
- A master’s degree in biology, microbiology, biomedical science, animal science, or related fields.
- Willingness to work with mice and pigs and handle laboratory animals.
- Experience in handling laboratory mice and other animals, such as pigs.
- Experience working in a biomedical laboratory.
- Knowledge of basic or advanced microbiology techniques.
- Knowledge of basic or advanced molecular techniques.
- Experience assisting in surgical or medical procedures.
- Thorough knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.
Posting Detail Information
Salary Range
$30,50 - $57,900
Job Category
Agricultural/Veterinary Medicine
Working Hours if Non-Traditional
Some weekends and holidays
City position is located in:
Auburn
State position is located:
Alabama
List any hazardous conditions or physical demands required by this position
Posting Date
06/06/2023
Closing Date
EEO Statement
Auburn University is committed to an inclusive and diverse campus environment. Women, underrepresented groups, individuals with disabilities and veterans are encouraged to apply.
AUBURN UNIVERSITY IS AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. It is our policy to provide equal employment opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, sex, religion, color, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by applicable law.
AUBURN UNIVERSITY IS AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. It is our policy to provide equal employment opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, sex, religion, color, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by applicable law.
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