What are the responsibilities and job description for the Laboratory Technician position at University of Rochester?
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Job Location (Full Address):
601 Elmwood Ave, Rochester, New York, United States of America, 14642Opening:
Worker Subtype:
RegularTime Type:
Time as Reported / Per DiemScheduled Weekly Hours:
As Scheduled
Department:
400133 Ophthalmology M&DWork Shift:
UR - Day (United States of America)Range:
UR URG 103 HCompensation Range:
$17.43 - $24.40The referenced pay range represents the minimum and maximum compensation for this job. Individual annual salaries/hourly rates will be set within the job's compensation range, and will be determined by considering factors including, but not limited to, market data, education, experience, qualifications, expertise of the individual, and internal equity considerations.
Responsibilities:
GENERAL PURPOSEPerforms non-routine dry laboratory research activities involving some complexity and variety. Troubleshoots malfunctioning equipment and makes simple repairs. Modifies standard equipment to meet special requirements. Extracts data, prepares test reports, and complies with data for studies. Assists in preparing and makes recommendations on designs, sampling, and programs.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Plans and performs a variety of moderately-complex laboratory tests, analyses, and observations which may require nonstandard procedures and complex instrumentation. Troubleshoots malfunctioning equipment and makes simple repairs.
- Constructs components or sub-assemblies of experimental apparatus or prototype models to meet requirements. Modifies standard equipment to meet special requirements.
- Extracts data, requiring some theoretical insight and interpretation of empirical data. Prepares test reports.
- Operates computer and/or peripheral equipment. Assists in preparing programs. Compiles data for studies involving human/animal subjects.
- Prepares schematics, specifications, designs, etc. Makes recommendations, may review work of lower-classified staff.
- May perform specialized duties in process or service laboratories, such as photography/illustration services.
Other duties as assigned.
MINIMUM EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE
- High School diploma or equivalent and 2 years of relevant experience required
- Associate's degree preferred
- Or equivalent combination of education and experience
EOE Minorities / Females / Protected Veterans / Disabled:
The University of Rochester is committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving a culture of equity, diversity, and inclusion to advance the University’s mission to Learn, Discover, Heal, Create – and Make the World Ever Better. In support of our values and those of our society, the University is committed to not discriminating on the basis of age, color, disability, ethnicity, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, military/veteran status, national origin, race, religion/creed, sex, sexual orientation, citizenship status, or any other status protected by law. This commitment extends to the administration of our policies, admissions, employment, access, and recruitment of candidates from underrepresented populations, veterans, and persons with disabilities consistent with these values and government contractor Affirmative Action obligations.
Salary : $17 - $24
