Lab Assistant II (On-Site Only)
Company: Stanford University
Location: Stanford
Posted on: November 18, 2023
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Job Description:
Lab Assistant II (On-Site Only)
School of Humanities and Sciences, Stanford, California, United
States
New
Research
Post Date 3 days ago
Requisition # 101395
Lab Assistant II (On-Site Only)
TheSchool of Humanities and Sciences (H&S)is the foundation of
a liberal arts education at Stanford. The school encompasses 23
departments and 25 interdisciplinary programs. H&S is home to
fundamental and applied research, where free, open, and critical
inquiry is pursued across disciplines. As the university's largest
school, H&S serves as the foundation of a Stanford
undergraduate education no matter which discipline students pursue
as a major. Graduate students work alongside world-renowned faculty
to pursue and shape foundational research that leads to
breakthroughs and discoveries that shed new light on the past,
influence the present, and shape the future. Together, faculty and
students in H&S engage in inspirational teaching, learning, and
research every day.
Department Description: The Biology department is the center of
life science research at Stanford. Our mission is to lead in
understanding life, from molecules to cells, and organisms to
ecosystems. The Biology faculty are committed to excellence in
research and education, and are proud of the outstanding students
and staff who make this possible.
Position Summary: The Department of Biology is seeking to fill a
9-month academic appointment at the Lab Assistant II level to
provide high quality lab support for the undergraduate biology lab
courses offered by Stanford University. The Lab Assistant will be
part of an energetic team dedicated to bringing a diverse and
comprehensive laboratory experience to the students. The
laboratories are located both on Stanford Campus and at field
sites, either on or off campus.
This is a 75% FTE, 9 month (September - June) continuing academic
appointment, bargaining unit, position. This position will be based
on the Stanford campus.
If you believe that this opportunity is a match for your knowledge,
skills and abilities, we encourage you to apply. Thank you for
considering employment opportunities with the School of Humanities
and Sciences.
CORE DUTIES:
- Make complex media, reagents buffers, or animal diets/therapies
etc., requiring a series of laboratory operations, carrying out the
series without intermediate instructions.
- Maintain quality of prepared items and resolve basic problems
(e.g., media,reagents, buffers).
- Calculate and plot graphs from data.
- Count bacterial plates following well-established guidelines.
- Attach electrodes previously installed in animals to recording
equipment, electrical stimulators, etc., and collect data from the
equipment.
- Observe, and record signs of unusual appearance, behavior,
illness or death in animals; complete and maintain forms as
required.
- May determine sex and wean animals according to established
procedures.
- Maintain stock control and inventory of aboratory supplies and
equipment, including keeping records, reordering, tracking down
missing items, etc. Maintain records of all products made.
- Perform routine equipment servicing, either performing the work
or contacting appropriate outside contractor; keep service
records
- May give brief orientation concerning location and operation of
equipment in the laboratory.
- May train and coordinate the work of lower-level employees
- May perform any of the duties described in the Laboratory
Assistant I specification or other duties as assigned.
- Adhere to safety rules.
- Clean and set-up laboratory classrooms and student supplies
- Prepare and dispense media, reagents, buffers
- Expand and identify the stages/sex of Caenorhabditis elegans and
fungi
- Grow and make cell pellets of Saccharomyces cerevisiae
(yeast)
- Count colonies on bacterial plates
- Wash, organize and sterilize glassware and labware
- Set-up field experiments for ecology courses
- Maintain stock control and inventory of laboratory supplies and
equipment, including keeping records, reordering, tracking down
missing items, etc.
- Maintain records of all reagents made.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
This position requires a minimum of one year of Laboratory
Assistant I level or a combination of education and relevant
experience.
- In addition to the qualifications listed for the Laboratory
Glassware Washer, these employees must have demonstrated initiative
and good judgment.
- Ability to perform work with a minimum of error under general
supervision.
- Ability to train others in aspects of Lab Assistant work.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
- In addition to the qualifications listed for the Laboratory
Glassware Washer, the Lab Asst. II must have demonstrated
initiative and good judgment.
- Ability to perform work with a minimum of error under general
supervision.
- Ability to train others in aspects of Lab Assistant work.
- Manual dexterity to perform assigned tasks
- Write by hand, sort/file paperwork or parts, perform desk based
computer tasks.
- Frequently stand/walk, perform seated work, operate special
machines
- Occasionally twist/bend/stoop/squat, reach /work above shoulders,
light fine grasping.
- Lift/carry/push/pull objects that weigh up to 20 pounds.
- Rarely help move heavier items (e.g. chairs or lab equipment;
packages of supplies; drums containing 2 to 15 gallons, depending
on ability.
In addition, preferred requirements include:
- Experience supporting a teaching laboratory
- An individual who is organized and able to plan and execute
multiple ongoing tasks, yet with attention to detail and quality
control.
- Must be a responsible and collaborative team member with a "can
do" and positive attitude.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
Work occurs in a research laboratory environment. Depending on
research, Lab Assistants may work in the vicinity of animals,
chemicals, gasses, or hazardous materials. Expected to follow all
safety requirements and procedures, including wearing appropriate
Personal Protective
Equipment (PPE) if required.
The expected pay range for this position is $29.32 (Step 1) to
$35.41 (Step 10) per hour. Placement in the pay range is subject to
the applicable collective bargaining agreement.
This position is represented by SEIU Local 2007 and the collective
bargaining agreement between the university and SEIU Local 2007
governs the terms and conditions of employment.
Stanford University provides pay ranges representing its good faith
estimate of what the university reasonably expects to pay for a
position.
Why Stanford is for You
Imagine a world without search engines or social platforms.
Consider lives saved through first-ever organ transplants and
research to cure illnesses. Stanford University has revolutionized
the way we live and enrich the world. Supporting this mission is
our diverse and dedicated 17,000 staff. We seek talent driven to
impact the future of our legacy. Our culture and unique
perksempower you with:
--- Freedom to grow . We offer career development programs, tuition
reimbursement, or audit a course. Join a film screening, or listen
to a renowned author or global leader speak.
--- A caring culture . We provide superb retirement plans, generous
time-off, and family care resources.
--- A healthier you. Climb our rock wall, or choose from hundreds
of health or fitness classes at our world-class exercise
facilities. We also provide excellent health care benefits.
--- Discovery and fun. Stroll through historic sculptures, trails,
and museums.
--- Enviable resources . Enjoy free commuter programs, ridesharing
incentives, discounts and more.
The job duties listed are typical examples of work performed by
positions in this job classifications and are not designed to
contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all
duties, tasks and responsibilities. Specific duties and
responsibilities may vary depending on department or program needs
without changing the general nature and scope of the job or level
of responsibility. Employees may also perform other duties as
assigned.
Consistent with its obligations under the law, the University will
provide reasonable accommodation to any employee with a disability
who requires accommodation to perform the essential functions of
their job.
Stanford is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action
employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for
employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual
orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability,
protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by
law.
Additional Information
Schedule: Part-time
Job Code: 5794
Employee Status: Regular
Grade: A16
Requisition ID: 101395
Work Arrangement : On Site
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