Summary

In support of the university’s mission and objectives, the Laboratory Technician maintains a productive research environment and is responsible for the maintenance of equipment, ordering supplies and conducting experiments to support the research efforts of the faculty. Administratively, the Technician serves as the IACUC administrator and the Animal Research Facility personnel.

Essential Functions

Research Support & Data Analysis

• Conducts experimental studies and analyzes data under the direction of research faculty (Principal Investigators).
• Assists in research projects by maintaining accurate records and ensuring data integrity.

Animal Research & Compliance

• Serves as the IACUC (Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee) administrator.
• Oversees the operations within the Animal Research Facility, ensuring compliance with ethical and regulatory guidelines.
• Facilitates proper collection and disposal of chemical and animal waste following university and accrediting body regulations

Laboratory Operations & Inventory Management

• Orders laboratory supplies in a timely manner and maintains an updated inventory of equipment and materials.
• Reconciles credit card purchases for lab-related expenses.
• Ensures proper maintenance, repair, and servicing of laboratory equipment.

Safety & Regulatory Compliance

• Enforces proper laboratory safety procedures for faculty and students.
• Serves as a liaison between the School of Pharmacy and the University Risk Manager regarding the School’s Chemical Hygiene Plan.

Administrative & Institutional Engagement

• Attends School of Pharmacy and university staff meetings and events.
• Communicates and collaborates with university departments to ensure lab compliance and operational efficiency.

Supervisory Responsibility

• Student Employees

EDUCATION:

• Bachelor's degree in natural or pharmaceutical sciences, required. Bachelor's degree in biomedical sciences, preferred.

EXPERIENCE:

• 1+ years of experience as a lab technician. Prior research experience in a biomedical/pharmaceutical laboratory setting, preferred.

ESSENTIAL COMPETENCIES (Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities)

• Customer Service Orientation – Keeps internal and/or external key stakeholder(s), students, parents, faculty, staff and community partners in mind at all times.
• Professionalism – Displays a high level of professionalism, e.g. timeliness, reliability, communication, and work ethic.
• Christ-first Faith – Provides spiritual support to community members, including students, on their Christian faith journey.
• Adaptability/Flexibility - Ability to change or adjust to change.
• Analytical Thinking & Decision Making – Identifies and understands trends and/or issues, connects data points through analysis and logical conclusions/actionable strategies.
• Attention to Detail – Ability to efficiently and accurately focus on a specific task or number of tasks. Reviews details with a critical eye.Effective Communication – Expresses ideas and information in a clear and concise manner both verbally and in writing to convey clear, well-articulated messaging across a wide variety of audiences.
• Problem-solving – Anticipates, evaluates, diagnoses, and resolves problems in a systematic and fact-based manner.
• Project and Time Management – Effective planning and priority setting. Ability to manage several complex projects simultaneously while working under pressure to meet deadlines.
• Results Orientation & Accountability – Takes accountability and identifies, executes and drives actions to consistently achieve desired results.
• Technology – Strong aptitude to learn new technologies as department processes evolve.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to work non-routine hours during certain times of the year.
• Ability to traverse campus and stairs.
• Ability to lift/move objects up to 25 pounds.