Research Lab Technician I, Psychiatry

3 weeks ago


WinstonSalem, United States Atrium Health Full time

Overview

JOB SUMMARY

Under direct supervision from a higher level technician or a principal investigator, assists in the performance of a variety of standardized physical, chemical, or biological tests. Procedures and techniques are outlined in detail with the employee exercising limited discretion and independent judgment in completing assigned tasks.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

Associate's degree in Biotechnology or related scientific field of study; or, an equivalent combination of education and experience.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

  1. Conducts standardized chemical and physical tests on experimental or clinical materials/specimens.
  2. Operates a balance and other standard laboratory equipment for mixing, weighing, and preparing specimens for clinical/experimental analysis.
  3. Makes minor adjustments to correctly calibrate various types of physical testing and electronic equipment.
  4. Assists higher-level technicians in making microanalysis, tepids analysis, enzyme studies, radioactive studies, and chromatographic studies on various types of tissues, secretions, and excretions.
  5. Cleans and sterilizes delicate glassware and equipment and maintains premises in sanitary condition.
  6. Performs other related duties incidental to the work described herein, including recruitment and enrollment for ongoing clinical studies. Trains research participants on study related materials and tracks participant progress. Maintains study related documentation and IRB protocols. Administers written and computerized study questionnaires and tests as necessary. Assists in data entry and analysis. 

SKILLS/QUALIFICATIONS

  1. Ability to listen and communicate effectively
  2. Basic computer skills Knowledge of medical terminology to interact with medical staff regarding laboratory procedures and results
  3. Knowledge of medical equipment and instruments
  4. Knowledge of common safety hazards and universal precautions to establish a safe work environment

WORK ENVIRONMENT

  • Research laboratory environment
  • Frequent exposure to diseases, medicinal preparations and other conditions common in a lab environment
  • Must wear protective equipment (gloves, gowns/lab coats, eye protection, face protection)
  • Exposure to glass and other breakable objects
  • Exposure to animals

 



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