Research Assistant - Biomedical Engineering Lab; Part Time

Position: Research Assistant - Biomedical Engineering Lab (Part Time)
Location: Linntown

Position Title:

Research Assistant
- Biomedical Engineering Lab (Part Time)
Position Type:

Part time Scheduled Weekly

Hours:

20

Categories:

Staff Non-exempt

Job Summary:

Bucknell University seeks a part time Research Assistant in the Biomedical Engineering Lab. The person in this role serves as an assistant in the process of research. They will work in the lab to analyze samples and perform experiments. They will assist with writing, development, and editing of protocols; maintain lab facilities and ongoing operation of the lab, and collaborates with Facilities personnel, fellow Lab Coordinators, faculty and students.

They will coordinate with outside vendors for ordering and delivery of new instruments, equipment, supplies, chemicals, laboratory gases and/or minor equipment. They will assist with and advise students on their project or product design, emphasizing consideration for current safety principles and standards involving regulations. Performs related tasks to ensure the smooth operation of the laboratories.

Reporting directly to the Biomedical Engineering Department Chair, this part time, 20 hours/week, 52 weeks/yr position is eligible for limited benefits. This position is donor funded for two years, and may be renewed pending the availability of additional funding and departmental need.

Job Duties:

Work Setting:
On campus, in person

Work Schedule:

20 hours per week; 52 weeks/yr Donor funded for two years, and may be renewed pending the availability of additional funding and departmental need.

What You Will Do
- Essential Functions Assists with the execution of research experiments and projects by performing routine technical procedures, preparing necessary materials, and following established protocols to ensure accurate data collection.

Maintains research spaces by procurement of materials and monitoring lab inventory

Maintains detailed and accurate records of all research activities, including data entry and preliminary results, while ensuring documentation complies with institutional and project-specific standards,Performs maintenance and calibration of the instruments and equipment, troubleshooting problems as they arise. Coordinates with vendors and/or campus colleauges as needed, to arrange for service or repair.

Keeps laboratories stocked with necessary supplies including gloves, wipes, safety glasses, and other proper PPE such as lab coats and safety shields. Ensures needed equipment or instruments are available, working and in place for use, and that utensils, glassware, machines are available.

The job description's listed responsibilities and tasks are not exhaustive; additional non-essential tasks and responsibilities may be assigned as needed.

What You Will Bring

Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Biology, Biomedical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Geoscience or closely related field.

Preferred Qualifications Master's degree

Job Exempt:

No

Salary Range:

The offer rate will be based on a review of the candidate's credentials compared to the qualifications of the position, internal equity, and our overall compensation philosophy.

This role is not budgeted for visa sponsorship, all candidates must be authorized to work in the US without a need for current or future visa sponsorship.

Benefits:

Eligible full- and part-time employees are compensated beyond base salary through our total rewards package that includes (but is not limited to):

Flexible scheduling options determined by role;

Medical, prescription drug, vision, dental, life, and long-term disability insurance options

An outstanding 10% employer contribution to your retirement plan (no contribution requirement for non-exempt positions)
Generous paid time off, including vacation and sick time, a community service day, and 19 paid holidays (including two full weeks off for Winter Break!)Full-time and part-time members of the faculty and staff are eligible for tuition remission for themselves. Additionally, full-time members of the faculty and staff are eligible for tuition remission for their spouse/spousal equivalent and are eligible for various tuition programs for their children.

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