Heravi Peace Institute · 1 day ago
Lab/Research Technician III
US-UT-Logan
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$34K/yr - $34K/yr
2+ years expHeravi Peace Institute is seeking a meticulous and reliable Laboratory Technician III to support a broad range of translational research activities in their Comparative and Translational Veterinary Pharmacology Laboratory. The technician will operate and maintain the laboratory’s LC-MS/MS system, perform drug metabolism assays, manage laboratory operations, and support sample collection.
Higher Education
No H1B
Responsibilities
Perform precision sample preparation and operate, maintain, and document analytical (LC-MS/MS) workflows for the quantification of drugs and metabolites in biological matrices using validated bioanalytical methods, and assist with method development and validation activities as directed
Conduct molecular biology, biochemical, and in vitro drug metabolism assays, including DNA/RNA extractions, PCR-based techniques, immunoblotting, cell culture, microsome preparation and incubations, and plate-based assays
Occasionally support research activities at on- or off-campus study sites, including receiving, transporting, processing, and documenting biological samples in accordance with SOPs and biosafety requirements
Manage day-to-day laboratory operations, including inventory tracking and ordering, equipment maintenance, development and adherence to SOPs and safety protocols, and maintaining a clean, organized, and shared laboratory environment
Train and support collaborating faculty, graduate students, veterinary students, and undergraduate researchers in laboratory safety, equipment use, and standard techniques
Record, organize, and assist with analysis of experimental data, and support preparation of figures, presentations, scientific reports, and manuscripts as needed
Attend lab meetings and contribute to discussions, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement of laboratory workflows
Perform additional laboratory, research, or administrative duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Associate's degree in a science-related field and two years of related laboratory technician experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience that includes at least one year of laboratory technician experience
Demonstrated ability to follow verbal and written instructions, including the ability to execute complex laboratory protocols as written
Exceptional attention to detail and precision in laboratory work
Knowledge of basic laboratory safety and biosafety practices applicable to BSL-2 environments
Strong organizational, time management, and communication skills
Ability to maintain meticulous laboratory notebooks and accurate digital records
Ability to work effectively in a shared laboratory environment with multiple research groups
Professionalism, reliability, integrity, and a collaborative, team-oriented mindset
Ability to work independently once trained, with sound judgement regarding when to troubleshoot independently and when to seek guidance or approval
Comfort and willingness to handle biological samples, including samples from veterinary species
Proficient computer skills, including use of spreadsheet and word-processing programs
Preferred
Prior experience working as a lab/research technician at Utah State University
Experience with chromatography and/or mass spectrometry workflows
Experience with molecular biology, biochemistry, and cell culture
Bachelor's degree in chemistry, biochemistry, molecular biology, pharmacology, toxicology, food science, biology, or a related field, with at least two years of laboratory technician experience
Experience contributing to protocol development, scientific reports, figures, or manuscripts
Benefits
Excellent benefits
Company
Heravi Peace Institute
The Heravi Peace Institute empowers USU students, faculty, and staff by cultivating the necessary character, knowledge, and skills to constructively transform conflict and build peace.
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageCompany data provided by crunchbase