CII - Laboratory Research Assistant

Job Description

The University of Maryland School of Medicine, Center for Vaccine Development and Global Health (CVD) is currently recruiting for a Contractual (Contingent Category II) Laboratory Research Assistant.

This is a Contingent II position

UMB offers a comprehensive benefits package that prioritizes wellness, work/life balance, and professional development, along with additional exciting perks that employees can take advantage of. Contingent Category II staff receive a generous leave package that includes over 2 weeks of vacation each year, paid holidays, sick time, and time for community service; subsidized comprehensive health insurance and supplemental retirement options; professional learning and development programs;

limited tuition remission for employees enrolled at UMB; life insurance and long‑term disability; and flexible work schedules and teleworking options (if applicable per job).

UMB is a public university and constituent institution of the University System of Maryland. All employees are expected to work primarily physically within the State of Maryland.

• Perform routine laboratory maintenance and research activities such as general housekeeping, processing of clinical specimens, preparation of solutions and buffers; organization of samples, provide logistic support for clinical studies, clinical specimen shipment, monitoring of equipment, and entering of data into databases. Perform other duties as assigned.
• May perform advanced laboratory research activities such as purification of cells, immunological assays.
• May participate in the design of research studies.
• Compile and may analyze research data using various relevant computer software applications.
• Assist with literature research, editing and preparing manuscripts, scientific illustrations, and computer graphics for publication.
• Work in the lab on assays, specimen processing, and specimen shipping.
• Perform administrative duties such as training and guiding students and/or other laboratory technicians, assisting in developing policies, procedures, and/or methods for laboratory experimentation; and ordering supplies.

Education: Bachelor's degree in biology, chemistry or field of study related to the research of the laboratory.

Experience: NA

Supervisory

Experience:

NA

Certification/Licensure: NA

Other: May require training related to occupational safety and health, environmental compliance, shipping of hazardous materials and/or ionizing radiation. May consider a combination of directly related experience and education.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities: Knowledge of position requirements. Knowledge of all applicable requirements, regulations, and laws. Skill in effective use of applicable technology/systems. Ability to effectively communicate both verbal and written thoughts, ideas, and facts. Ability to work cooperatively with others and independently. Ability to demonstrate, understand, apply, and adhere to the UMB Core Values of Respect and Integrity, Well‑being and Sustainability, Equity and Justice, and Innovation and Discovery.

Hiring Range: $48,000–$54,000, Commensurate with education and experience

UMB is committed to cultivating a diverse and inclusive workforce and is proud to be an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, ancestry or national origin, sex, pregnancy or related conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, physical or mental disability, marital status, protected veteran’s status, or any other legally protected classification.

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