Lab Technician II

Description

Level II (5-10 YEARS OF EXPERIENCE)

 Job Summary:

• Performs technical procedures in a research laboratory under minimal supervision by applying standard scientific techniques and analytical principles.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Confers with senior laboratory personnel regarding the procedures and techniques to be followed in conducting research and recommends modifications as needed.
• Performs specialized tests and procedures using complex equipment.
• Procures supplies and materials needed for laboratory research.
• Conducts literature reviews to obtain abstracts and information to be utilized in research.
• Makes statistical calculations analyzes data and prepares reports summarizing results.
• May supervise the care of research animals; perform minor animal surgery or collect animal tissues and specimens for laboratory analysis.
• Orders supplies and experimental materials needed

Qualifications:

• Degree in related discipline (biology chemistry other scientific disciplines) and/or equivalent work experience.
• Knowledge of complex laboratory techniques equipment terminology materials and substances.
• Skilled in the use of laboratory equipment ability to create and analyze statistical calculations and prepare reports required-