Lab Technician, Limited Term

Lab Technician, Limited Term

Limited-Term

SA57624

part-time 20-29 hours weekly

Non-Exempt

$18.00 -$20.00

Chapman University is required to provide a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this position. This range takes into account a variety of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions, including experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. Salary offers are determined based on the final candidates qualifications and experience, as well as internal equity and other internal factors. The anticipated pay range is not a promise of a particular wage.

Provide support to the Principal Investigator to conduct lab experiments, including cell culture, molecular biology techniques, microscopy, general laboratory maintenance, and preparing chemical reagents and/or buffers.

This is a non-exempt staff position scheduled to work up to 29 hours per week for a duration of one (1) year based on available funding.

Under the PI (Principal Investigtors) supervision:

• Cell culture, basic biochemical and molecular assays such as ELISA, RT-PCR, immunoblotting, and microscopy
• Maintenance of the laboratorys cell culture facility and general lab maintenance, including preparing buffer and media solutions and general cleanup
• Record the data in a lab notebook and plot the data
• Be able to work individually and with a scientific team
• Perform other duties as assigned

• Bachelors degree plus experience in working on cell culture, molecular, or biochemical assays.
• Knowledge of research and experimental methods in cell and molecular biology.
• Ability to operate laboratory equipment and maintain a safe working environment.
• Ability to conduct experiments in a timely manner and accurately record data.

Chapman University is an equal opportunity employer that provides equal employment opportunities to all individuals, regardless of their protected characteristics. All qualified applicants and employees are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, military and veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law.

Applicants for Staff and Administrator positions must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Chapman University does not sponsor applicants for Staff and Administrator positions for work visas.

The offer of employment is contingent upon satisfactory completion and outcomes of a criminal background screening and returning to the Office of Human Resources a signed original acceptance of the Chapman University Agreement to Arbitrate.