TEMP-Lab/Research Support - Center for Cell Manufacturing (CMaT)

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Location

Atlanta, Georgia

Department Information

The Institute for Bioengineering and Bioscience (IBB) is seeking a TEMP-Lab/Research Support for the National Science Foundation Engineering Research Center for Cell Manufacturing Technologies (CMaT). IBB is in Georgia Tech's thriving Biotechnology Complex, was launched in 1995, and has since grown to include 300+ faculty. IBB serves to catalyze new research and education initiatives at the interface of bioengineering and bioscience and to integrate the broad range of bio-related activities throughout Georgia Tech and its partner institutions. More information can be found here:

We are seeking a TEMP-Lab/Research Support to support a range of research initiatives, including (a) food safety and microbiology, (b) the development and evaluation of disinfection methods, (c) sensor design for chemical and biological detection, and (d) characterization of wastewater from poultry production sources. Core responsibilities include conducting experiments, preparing samples and reagents, collecting and analyzing data, and maintaining laboratory equipment and inventory. This person will also play a key role in ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards, as well as assisting with documentation, reporting, and collaborative efforts to drive progress across multidisciplinary research projects.

Job Summary

Provide support services in the operation and maintenance of an academic or research laboratory to include performing analyses; setup, operation, maintenance and cleaning of equipment; and maintaining stock of supplies. Specific duties will be determined based on assignment and unit needs. This position will interact on a consistent basis with: academic and/or research faculty members, staff and students This position typically will advise and counsel: lab users This position will supervise: NA

Responsibilities

Job Duty 1 -

Setup, operate and maintain instruments and other equipment used in performing lab tests and experiments.

Job Duty 2 -

Order supplies and materials as required; maintain records.

Job Duty 3 -

Setup laboratory media/equipment for demonstrations.

Job Duty 4 -

May clean instruments, glassware and other lab equipment.

Job Duty 5 -

Prepare and process laboratory samples for use in assigned tests.

Job Duty 6 -

Perform other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications

Educational Requirements

High school diploma, GED Certificate or Vocational School Diploma

Required Experience

Up to two years of job related experience

Preferred Qualifications

Preferred Educational Qualifications

PhD degree.

Preferred Experience

Demonstrated experience with RNA purification and RT-QPCR; experience with genetic testing.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with the following: food safety and microbiology, the development and evaluation of disinfection methods, sensor design for chemical and biological detection, characterization of wastewater from poultry production sources, conducting experiments, preparing samples and reagents, collecting and analyzing data, maintaining laboratory equipment and inventory, ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards, documentation, reporting, and collaborative efforts to drive progress across multidisciplinary research projects.

Proposed Salary

The salary range is between $20.00 per hour to $26.00 per hour. Salary will commensurate with experience and education. This role is dependent on sponsored research. All employment and assignments are ultimately contingent upon funding.

Required Documents to Attach

Attach cover letter and resume as PDFs. Please name cover letter "Last Name, First Name - Cover Letter" and resume "Last Name, First Name - Resume".

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

ABILITIES

Availability to work each weekday, and ability to meet timelines is required.

KNOWLEDGE

First-hand knowledge of the KingFisher Flex and Echo 525 automated liquid handlers.

SKILLS

This job requires working knowledge in the use of instrumentation and other lab equipment, laboratory processes and procedures specific to assigned lab. Skills in inventory management and the use of specialized computer applications is required.

Contact Information

For additional information about this job opening, please contact Stephen Balakirsky at ***email_hidden***.

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Other Information

This is not a supervisory position.

This position does not have any financial responsibilities.

This position will not be required to drive.

This role is not considered a position of trust.

This position does not require a purchasing card (P-Card).

This position will not travel

This position does not require security clearance.

Background Check

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Background Check

A successful candidate must be able to pass a background check and a 9 panel drug test. Please visit