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POSITION SUMMARY: 

The Laboratory Technician II is responsible for the maintenance of daily laboratory operations, performing a wide variety of research and/or development laboratory tasks and experiments and maintains laboratory equipment and inventory levels for laboratory supplies.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Asceptically cultures common mammalian cell lines
• Vials biological material
• Packs and ships temperature-sensitive biological material
• Keeps track of and maintains inventory
• Performs autoclaving of biohazard waste
• Washes and autoclaves glassware
• Maintains lab stocks of general consumables
• Assists with buffer and media preparation
• Monitors and maintains all equipment, ensures that general preventative maintenance is conducted
• Develops new more time effective approaches to maintaining the day-to-day operations of the laboratory
• Performs additional job duties as required

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Requires an Associate degree with a minimum 0-2 years of relevant experience
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions precisely
• Demonstrated ability to recognize deviations from standard procedures and initiate appropriate corrective action
• Ability to troubleshoot within scope of training
• Computer literate and proficient in MS Word, Excel and other relevant electronic systems
• Demonstrated ability to multitask and consistently meet deadlines
• Possesses strong attention to detail, ability to maintain accurate written records
• Ability to communicate effectively with others
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as a member of a team
• Must be able to lift 35 lbs