Laboratory Assistant
Laboratory Assistant
- 513407
- Fort Worth, Texas, United States
- Staff
Title: Laboratory Assistant
Employee Classification: Laboratory Assistant
Campus: University of North Texas - Health Science Center
Division: HSC-Provost & Exec VP
SubDivision-Department: HSC-CBTS-Office of the Dean
Department: HSC-Physiology and Anatomy-302600
Job Location: Fort Worth
Salary: Commensurate based on experience
Retirement Eligibility: Not Retirement Eligible
About Us - Values Overview
Department Summary
The Department of Physiology and Anatomy is home to researchers with a wide variety of interests and approaches. The Department is truly integrative as all faculty are engaged in interdisciplinary studies that span molecular, cellular, systems and behavioral sciences, with strong traditions of excellence in the study of cardiovascular, renal and neural-humoral control systems. The research activities of many of our faculty and graduate students involve studies of normal physiology such as exercise and travel to altitude as well as pathophysiological states such as heart failure, hypertension, cardiopulmonary bypass surgery, diabetes, obesity and sleep apnea.
Position Overview
Our laboratory focuses on understanding mechanisms that cause cardiac arrhythmias and heart failure. We are passionate in our mission to advance cardiovascular health. As a member of our research team, you will contribute to exciting innovative studies that bridge the gap between laboratory discoveries and clinical applications, all within a supportive and intellectually stimulating environment. Works in scientific laboratory settings helping with animal handling, preparing for experiments, processing biological samples, maintaining lab equipment, and cleaning up after experiments.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree and two (2) years of hands-on experience in a basic science laboratory; or equivalent combination of education.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Previous hands-on experience in rodent related studies and assisting lab members with research related activities are required for this position.
- Experience with mouse handling and husbandry.
- Basic skills in small animal surgery, recovery care, injections and sample collection.
- Excellent organizational skills for maintaining laboratory supplies, equipment, solutions, inventories.
- Basic skills in mathematical computations, operation of computers and standard computer programs.
- Some experience with immunohistochemistry, western blotting and cell culture techniques.
- Ability to communicate effectively and to train others.
- Ability to adapt and learn new techniques.
Preferred Qualifications
- Being punctual and arriving to work or meetings on time.
- Dressing appropriately for the workplace and maintaining good personal hygiene.
- Being courteous, respectful, and considerate of other lab members.
- Completing tasks and projects by the established deadlines.
- Maintaining a positive attitude in the laboratory.
- Preserving confidentiality of sensitive information.
- Demonstrating integrity, honesty, and personal responsibility for research activities.
Job Duties
- Maintains animal inventory, keeps stock and orders consumable supplies.
- Manages and maintains rodent diets and treatments.
- Assists with data collection.
- Assists PI during animal surgeries, injections and other interventions.
- Mixes water and detergents or acids in container to prepare cleaning solution according to specifications.
- Washes, rinses, and dries glassware and instruments.
- Scrubs shelves, tables and sinks.
- Sterilizes glassware and instruments.
- Fills tubes and bottles with specified solutions and applies identification labels.
- Keeps computer operating systems functional with updates and modifications.
- Maintains the laboratory and equipment in working and clean conditions.
- Maintains laboratory compliance to safety regulations.
- Maintains laboratory records, supplies, samples in an organized manner.
- Takes part in lab meetings and presents project updates.
Physical Requirements
- Communicating with others to exchange information.
- Lifting and moving objects up to 20 pounds.
- Moving self in various positions to perform tasks in tight and confined spaces.
- Moving about to accomplish tasks or moving from one worksite to another.
- Repetitive motions that may include the wrists, hands and/or fingers.
Environmental Hazards
- Exposure to fumes or airborne particles.
- Work with toxic or caustic chemicals.
Work Schedule
Monday - Friday; 8:00am-5:00pm
Driving University Vehicle
No
Security Sensitive
This is a Security Sensitive Position.
Special Instructions
Applicants must submit a minimum of two professional references as part of their application. If needed, additional references can be added after the application has been submitted.
Benefits
For information regarding our Benefits, click here.
EEO Statement
The University of North Texas System is firmly committed to equal opportunity and does not permit –and takes actions to prevent – discrimination, harassment (including sexual violence, domestic violence, dating violence and stalking), and retaliation on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its application, employment practices, and facilities; nor permits race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, veteran status, or sex discrimination and harassment in its admissions processes, and educational programs and activities. UNT System Administration promptly investigates complaints of discrimination, harassment, and related retaliation and takes remedial action when appropriate. System Administration also takes actions to prevent retaliation against individuals who oppose any form of harassment or discriminatory practice, file a charge or report, or testify, assist, or participate in a related investigation or proceeding.
