Laboratory Assistant, Cancer Biology

Department:

85035 Wake Forest University Health Sciences - Academic Cancer Biology

Status:

Full time

Benefits Eligible:

Yes

Hours Per Week:

40

Schedule Details/Additional Information:

Weekdays
JOB SUMMARY

Under the direction of professional staff, supports laboratory operations, performs maintenance functions, and completes non-technical routine laboratory tests and procedures.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

High school diploma or GED equivalent.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Washes laboratory glassware, instruments and/or cages after use. Replaces defective or broken glassware/instruments from stock,
Sterilizes and/or stores clean glassware, instruments, and/or changes.
Maintains a clean and sterilized work area in accordance with standard laboratory practices and procedures. Disposes of contaminated matter as needed.
Distributes supplies and equipment for use as directed.
Conducts non-technical, routine laboratory tests and procedures under the direction of professional staff.
May set up and operate laboratory equipment in preparation for specimen examinations.
Maintains simple laboratory records and inventory for supplies and reagents.
Maintains laboratory equipment and supplies by cleaning and maintaining quality assurance records.
May assist with experiments using animals by restraining them for inoculation and anesthetization.
Performs other duties as assigned by management.
SKILLS/QUALIFICATIONS

Ability to understand and follow simple oral and written directions
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others
Ability to operate laboratory equipment
Knowledge of the maintenance of routine records and reports
Ability to learn elementary laboratory techniques and safety precautions
WORK ENVIRONMENT

Research laboratory environment
Exposure to chemicals
Exposure to glass and other breakable objects
Possible exposure to animals
Possible exposure to bloodborne pathogens
May be required to work hours beyond typical 8 a.m.-5 p.m. schedule and/or evenings and weekends as needed
Pay Range

$19.45 - $29.20
Our Commitment to You:

Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more – so you can live fully at and away from work, including:

Compensation

Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training
Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job
Incentive pay for select positions
Opportunity for annual increases based on performance
Benefits and more

Paid Time Off programs
Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
Educational Assistance Program

About Advocate Health

Advocate Health is the third-largest nonprofit, integrated health system in the United States, created from the combination of Advocate Aurora Health and Atrium Health. Providing care under the names Advocate Health Care in Illinois; Atrium Health in the Carolinas, Georgia and Alabama; and Aurora Health Care in Wisconsin, Advocate Health is a national leader in clinical innovation, health outcomes, consumer experience and value-based care. Headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, Advocate Health services nearly 6 million patients and is engaged in hundreds of clinical trials and research studies, with Wake Forest University School of Medicine serving as the academic core of the enterprise. It is nationally recognized for its expertise in cardiology, neurosciences, oncology, pediatrics and rehabilitation, as well as organ transplants, burn treatments and specialized musculoskeletal programs. Advocate Health employs 155,000 teammates across 69 hospitals and over 1,000 care locations, and offers one of the nation’s largest graduate medical education programs with over 2,000 residents and fellows across more than 200 programs. Committed to providing equitable care for all, Advocate Health provides more than $6 billion in annual community benefits.

Laboratory Assistant, Cancer Biology

United States
North Carolina
Winston-Salem Show on map Get directions