UNIV - Laboratory Technologist III - Department of Pathology and Laboratory

Job Description Summary

Working closely with research investigators and research staff, the Laboratory Technologist III is responsible for assisting in scheduling of experiments, study organization (including IACUC and IRB submissions and communication), and data collection and analysis. The Laboratory Technologist III must have the ability to surgically create animal models for therapeutic intervention and be able to use monitoring equipment, assist in the conduct of animal research studies with a focus on age-related neurodegenerations (dementia and stroke), and to perform behavioral studies.

Entity

Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC - Univ)

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type​

Research Grant

Cost Center

CC000985 COM Neurology CC

Pay Rate Type

Salary

Pay Grade

University-06

Pay Range

46,655.00 - 66,488.00 - 86,321.000

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Work Shift

Job Description

Laboratory Technologist III – Ergul Lab

MUSC College of Medicine

Department of Pathology & Laboratory Medicine

Band 6

General Description of Position:

Working closely with research investigators and research staff, the Laboratory Technologist III is responsible for assisting in scheduling of experiments, study organization (including IACUC and IRB submissions and communication), and data collection and analysis. The Laboratory Technologist III must have the ability to surgically create animal models for therapeutic intervention and be able to use monitoring equipment, assist in the conduct of animal research studies with a focus on age-related neurodegenerations (dementia and stroke), and to perform behavioral studies.

MUSC Minimum Training and Experience Requirements:

A bachelor's degree in a health-related field and one year journey-level work experience in the specialty area; or an associate degree or equivalent training in a health-related field and two years advanced work experience in the specialty area. A master's degree in a health-related field and six months entry-level experience may be substituted for the requirements stated above. Previous technical supervisory work experience is required for supervisory positions.

Job Specific Duties:

• 15%     E - Manage research budgets and supply inventory for multiple neuroscience projects.
• 15%     E - Teach and participate in complex neuroscience laboratory procedures.
• 10%     E - Operate, maintain and repair complicated scientific equipment.
• 10%     E - Train lab personnel in OSHA/ IACUC regulations for animal and human tissue use and chemical safety.  Preparation of IRB protocols.
• 10%     E - Organize, write and renew animal protocols; insure compliance with approved protocols at MUSC and at the VA. 
• 10%     E - Manage and supervise the activities of graduate students and other research specialists in the laboratory.
• 5%       E - Develop and implement new research projects to meet research goals of the laboratory.
• 5%       E - Analyze research data using manual and computerized procedures.
• 5%       E - Advise principal investigators and others on research techniques and procedures.
• 5%       E - Coordinate animal and human tissue collection and distribution among several laboratories involved in interdisciplinary research projects with the VA and the College of Health Professions. 
• 5%       E - Maintain animal, chemical and controlled drug inventories according to IACUC, OSHA and DEA regulations.
• 5%       E - Coordinate travel arrangements for laboratory personnel to scientific meetings as well as help to coordinate paperwork for new personnel and foreign visitors.

Additional Job Description

Minimum Requirements: A bachelor's degree in a health-related field and one year journey-level work experience in the specialty area; or an associate degree or equivalent training in a health-related field and two years advanced work experience in the specialty area. A master's degree in a health-related field and six months entry-level experience may be substituted for the requirements stated above. Previous technical supervisory work experience is required for supervisory positions. Physical Requirements: (Note: The following descriptions are applicable to this section: Continuous - 6-8 hours per shift; Frequent - 2-6 hours per shift; Infrequent - 0-2 hours per shift) Ability to perform job functions in an upright position. (Continuous) Ability to perform job functions in a seated position. (Continuous) Ability to perform job functions while walking/mobile. (Frequent) Ability to climb stairs. (Infrequent) Ability to work indoors. (Continuous) Ability to work in all cold temperature extremes, i.e. spot coolers. (Frequent) Ability to bend at the waist. (Frequent) Ability to twist at the waist. (Frequent) Ability to perform 'pinching' operations. (Continuous) Ability to fully use both hands/arms. (Continuous) Ability to perform repetitive motions with hands/wrists/elbows and shoulders. (Continuous) Ability to fully use both legs. (Continuous) Ability to reach in all directions. (Continuous) Possess good finger dexterity. (Continuous) Ability to maintain tactile sensory functions. (Continuous) Ability to maintain good olfactory sensory function. (Continuous) Ability to lift and carry 30 lbs., unassisted. (Frequent) Ability to lift objects, up to 30 lbs., from floor level to height of 72 inches, unassisted. (Frequent) Ability to lower objects, up to 30 lbs., from height of 72 inches to floor level, unassisted. (Frequent) Ability to push/pull objects, up to 50 lbs., unassisted. (Infrequent) Ability to lift and carry objects up to 30 lbs. a distance of five (5) floors and to outlying buildings. (Frequent) Ability to maintain 20/40 vision, corrected. (Continuous) Ability to see and recognize objects close at hand. (Continuous) Ability to see and recognize objects at a distance. (Continuous) Ability to match or discriminate between colors. (Continuous) Ability to determine distance/relationship between objects; depth perception. (Continuous) Good peripheral vision capabilities. (Continuous) Ability to maintain hearing acuity, with correction. (Continuous) Ability to perform gross motor functions with frequent fine motor movements. (Continuous) Ability to be qualified physically (by medical personnel) for respirator use, initially and annually. Ability to work alone in isolated areas, such as darkrooms. (Frequent) Additional New Requirements: Ability to obtain and maintain a valid driver’s license. Computer literacy. Ability to work rotating shifts as required. Ability to work overtime as required. Ability to learn and use new processes, tools and equipment as required.

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