Lab Research Technician - Dooms Lab

Summary

The Dooms Lab in the Department of Immunology and Genomic Medicine at National Jewish Health is seeking a highly motivated Lab Research Technician to support our research program in autoimmune diseases.

The candidate will have the opportunity to help establish this new laboratory and to perform experiments using rodent models and human patient samples. The main goal of the lab is to understand the role of T cells in the pathogenesis of Type 1 Diabetes and Systemic Sclerosis, and to use this knowledge for the development of new therapeutic strategies.

The ideal candidate has a strong interest in experimental immunology, is accurate and organized, and is driven to learn new laboratory skills and techniques. Experience with rodent handling, genotyping, tissue culture and flow cytometry is a plus.

Position Summary

The position performs as an entry level technician under the direction of a Principal Investigator or Laboratory Manager which may include assisting in collecting, tabulating and analyzing research data.

Essential Duties

• Collects, accurately records and analyzes data in conjunction with other research staff.
• Obtains and maintains minimum proficiency in data analysis, preparation of glassware, extraction and plating procedures, basic programming and mathematical ordering systems. May utilize computer.
• Maintains laboratory records, supplies and samples in an organized manner (such as a laboratory notebook and sample storage record).
• Maintains compliance with all institutional/safety training requirements.
• Performs routine laboratory tests under the direction of a Principal Investigator or Lab Manager.

Core Values

• Be available to work as scheduled and report to work on time.
• Demonstrates compliance with all state, federal and all other regulatory agency requirements.
• Fosters an inclusive workplace where diversity and individual differences are valued and leveraged to achieve the vision and mission of the institution.
• Adheres to safe working practices and at all times follows all institutional and departmental safety policies and procedures.
• Be willing to accept supervision and work well with others.
• Wears appropriate PPE as outlined by the infection control policies and procedures.
• Be well groomed, appropriately for your role and wear ID Badge visibly.
• Be in compliance with all departmental and institutional policies, the Employee Handbook, Code of Conduct and completes NetLearning by due date annually.

Other Duties

• Performs all other duties as assigned.

Key Competencies

• Informing/Communicating: Conveys ideas, responses, or instructions effectively, appropriately, and persuasively through writing or speech.
• Problem Solving: Uses issue identification, data relation and comparison, pattern recognition and information gathering to create analyses and make recommendations.
• Professional Relationships: Interacts with others in a constructive, positive, and respectful manner, regardless of individual differences. Assists team members or co-workers in achieving personal goals and completing assignments.
• Adaptability: Maintains effectiveness in the midst of change in work responsibilities or environment, requirements ambiguity, or stress.
• Decision Quality: Makes good decisions based upon a mixture of analysis, wisdom, experience, and judgement. Sought out by others for advice and solutions.
• Laboratory Knowledge: Demonstrates and understands laboratory testing and methodology.

Minimum Qualifications

• Special Training, Certification and Licensure: A demonstrated basic knowledge of laboratory procedures, laboratory equipment, and data collection /classification required.
• Education: Bachelor's Degree required.
• Work Experience: None

Salary Range: $19.00 - $21.00

Benefits

At National Jewish Health, we recognize that our outstanding faculty and staff are the essence of our organization. For every aspect of health care, our employees are our greatest asset.

With that in mind, we have designed a valuable, comprehensive benefits package to meet the needs of our employees and their families.

• Retirement Plan
• Voluntary Benefits, like Accident Insurance, Critical Care and Hospital Indemnity
• Life Insurance and AD&D
• Legal Plan
• Medical Plans, Dental Plans and Vision Insurance
• FSA and HSA
• Sick and Vacation Paid Time Off
• Wellness Program
• Short and Long Term Disability