Research Lab Technician
City of Hope
Duarte, CA
Job posting number: #7292300 (Ref:10028138)
Posted: November 2, 2024
Salary / Pay Rate: $21.43 - $27.86 / hour
Application Deadline: Open Until Filled
Job Description
Join the forefront of groundbreaking research at the Beckman Research Institute of City of Hope, where we're changing lives and making a real difference in the fight against cancer, diabetes, and other life-threatening illnesses. Our dedicated and compassionate faculty and staff are driven by a common mission: Contribute to innovative approaches in predicting, preventing, and curing diseases, shaping the future of medicine through cutting-edge research.
Under limited supervision, the Research Laboratory Technician is responsible for the collection, classification and filing of scientific data. The Research Laboratory Technician is also responsible for preparing solutions, labeling tubes/specimen containers and maintaining laboratory supplies. Duties and/or tasks include but are not limited to cleaning of laboratory equipment utilizing proper cleaning protocols and procedures.
As a successful candidate, you will:
- Responsible for the collection, classification and filing of scientific data.
- Maintains required records, reports and statistics as directed.
- Trains and assists research aides and assistant in procedures and use of equipment.
- Collects, washes, cleans and sterilizes used glassware, equipment and supplies using proper sterilization techniques.
- Orders, Receives, distributes, and maintains supply inventories in laboratories as needed.
- Prepares simple stains, solutions, culture media, and may process tissue following established procedures.
- Using appropriate or specified equipment collects and delivers material for analysis. Ensures proper labeling and pertinent information.
- Assists in the care and maintenance of laboratory work area and furnishings/equipment.
Your qualifications should include:
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Minimum two (2) years of related experience or combined education and experience in related field.
Preferred qualifications:
- Substantial exposure to heavy ordering tasks is highly preferred.
City of Hope employees pay is based on the following criteria:work experience, qualifications, and work location.
City of Hope is an equal opportunity employer. To learn more about our commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion, please click here.
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Salary / Pay Rate Information:
Pay Rate: $21.43 - $27.86 / hour
The estimated pay scale represents the typical [salary/hourly] range City of Hope reasonably expects to pay for this position, with offers determined based on several factors which may include, but not be limited to, the candidate’s experience, expertise, skills, education, job scope, training, internal equity, geography/market, etc. This pay scale is subject to change from time to time.
City of Hope is a community of people characterized by our diversity of thought, background and approach, but tied together by our commitment to care for and cure those with cancer and other life-threatening diseases. The innovation that our diversity produces in the areas of research, treatment, philanthropy and education has made us national leaders in this fight. Our unique and diverse workforce provides us the ability to understand our patients' needs, deliver compassionate care and continue the quest for a cure for life-threatening diseases. At City of Hope, diversity and inclusion is a core value at the heart of our mission. We strive to create an inclusive workplace environment that engages all of our employees and provides them with opportunities to develop and grow, both personally and professionally. Each day brings an opportunity to strengthen our work, leverage our different perspectives and improve our patients’ experiences by learning from others. Diversity and inclusion is about much more than policies and campaigns. It is an integral part of who we are as an institution, how we operate and how we see our future.
