Laboratory Assistant III, CBD

Carnegie Mellon University

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Location
Pittsburgh, PA
Posted
174 days ago

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Carnegie Mellon University is a leading private research university in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, internationally recognized for programs in computer science, engineering, business, the arts, and artificial intelligence. Industry: Higher Education & Research

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TL;DR · Laboratory Assistant III, CBD

The Laboratory Assistant III role at Carnegie Mellon University’s Ray and Stephanie Lane Computational Biology Department involves supporting the lab by maintaining automation equipment, developing protocols for laboratory exercises, and training students on equipment use. Day-to-day tasks include preparing samples, instructing students in course content, and managing flow cytometry operations. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience, along with at least one year of technical expertise in laboratory automation and molecular biology. Proficiency in using lab automation tools is essential, as is the ability to work collaboratively within an interdisciplinary team focused on computational biology research.

What you'll do

  • - Monitor and perform routine maintenance on laboratory automation equipment.
  • - Design and improve laboratory exercises using automation, including protocol development.
  • - Train users on the proper use of flow cytometry equipment.
  • - Prepare samples for laboratory course sessions.
  • - Assist students and manage day-to-day lab operations.

What we're looking for

  • Bachelor's Degree or equivalent work experience in a related field.
  • 1 year of technical experience with laboratory automation equipment.
  • 1 year of laboratory experience in molecular biology.
  • Ability to prepare samples and maintain laboratory equipment.
  • Experience developing and delivering laboratory protocols and exercises.
  • Skill in training users on laboratory equipment and providing technical advice.
  • Successful completion of background investigation required.

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