Job Description:
Security Sensitive Position?:
Yes
Hours of Work:
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM M-F
Posting Number:
TSU203244
Official TSU Title:
LAB TECHNICIAN
Grant Title:
LAB TECHNICIAN
Job Description Summary / TWC Summary:
Under direct supervision of the hiring manager to conduct cancer genetics and pharmacology studies. Specifically, Responsible for in vitro studies using cell lines or tissues and in vivo studies using animal models.
Essential Duties Summary:
- Conduct in vitro cancer genetics and pharmacology studies using enzymes, cell lines, and tissues.
- Conduct in vivo cancer genetics and pharmacology studies using mice and rats.
- Operate and maintain instruments
- Perform other job-related duties as assigned.
% FTE:
1.0
Hiring Range:
$20.181155 - $25.2261
Education:
Bachelor or higher degree in biomedical or chemical sciences-related field with experience in molecular and cellular biology, cancer genetics or pharmacology research laboratory.
Required Licensing/Certification:
N/A
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Molecular cloning, cell culture and animal skills
- Technical and functional principles and procedures.
- Microsoft Office Professional or similar applications.
Skill in:
- Detail oriented.
- Problem-solving and decision-making.
- Multitasking and time management.
- Writing documents.
- Both verbal and written communication.
- Requires seasoned skills in the job function or professional discipline; performs more complex but expected work for a fully competent incumbent in the function or discipline; demonstrates an understanding of most work routines, rules, procedures, and operations; some contact with others, including students, general public, visitors, and University personnel to provide or obtain explanation or additional information
Ability to:
- Operate and maintain instruments
- Performs tasks and duties under general supervision, using established procedures and some innovation.
- Choose alternatives to resolve problems.
- Use independent judgment required to complete work assignments.
Work Experience:
Requires a minimum of 2 years of experience in the related research fields.
Working/Environmental Conditions:
Work is performed within routine laboratory and office environment with no exposure to hazardous or unpleasant conditions. Physical demands are usually limited to sitting or standing in one location much of the time. Some stooping, lifting, or carrying objects of light weight may be required.
UA EEO Statement:
It is the policy of Texas Southern University to provide a work environment that is free from discrimination for all persons regardless of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, individuals with disability, sexual orientation, or protected veteran status in its programs, activities, admissions or employment policies. This policy of equal opportunity is strictly observed in all University employment-related activities such as advertising, recruiting, interviewing, testing, employment training, compensation, promotion, termination, and employment benefits. This policy expressly prohibits harassment and discrimination in employment based on race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, genetic history, national origin, individuals with disability, age, citizenship status, or protected veteran status. This policy shall be adhered to in accordance with the provisions of all applicable federal, state and local laws, including, but not limited to, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act.
Manual of Administrative Policies and Procedures
Close Date:
11/11/2024
Open Until Filled (overrides close field) :
No
Special Instructions to Applicants:
Open to all applicants.
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