Assists senior lab personnel with animal colony, science experiments, poster preparation and maintenance of inventory of lab supplies such as reagents, pipets and restock supplies.
•Knowledge of basic scientific technology
•Good oral and written communication skills
•Ability to manage and maintain animal colony
•Knowledge of genotyping
•Knowledge of basic laboratory safety requirements
•Computer skills dexterity required for data entry and retrieval of information
•Analytical skills necessary to operate laboratory computers, printers and laboratory equipment
•Self-directed with the ability to work independently
•Ability to read and perform basic math calculations
•Ability to perform routine lab work/tasks assigned by PI and supervisor
SPECIAL REQUIRED ABILITY FOR INCUMBENTS WHO HAVE CONTACT OR EXPOSURE TO ANIMALS OR ANIMAL TISSUES:
Ability to complete and pass successfully the required occupational health screening referenced in the University's Animal Handler Health Surveillance Program on an annual basis.
REQUIRED BACKGROUND CHECK, PHYSICAL, AND DRUG SCREENING FOR INCUMBENTS WHO HAVE CONTACT OR EXPOSURE TO ANIMALS OR ANIMAL TISSUES:
Selected candidates must complete and pass a background check and an occupational health screening as a condition of employment. For identified jobs, a drug screening will also be required. The background investigation, required occupational health screening, and any required drug screening will be conducted after a conditional employment offer has been extended.
•High School Diploma or equivalent and one year of directly related experience
•Bachelor's Degree
Tulane University Staff