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Job TitleResearch Technician II - Yu Lab

                        

LocationCleveland

                    

FacilityCleveland Clinic Main Campus

                     

DepartmentLRI Cancer Biology-Research Innov and Educ

                      

Job CodeD99981

                     

ShiftDays

                       

Schedule8:00am-5:00pm

                       

Job Summary

                         

Job Details

Join Cleveland Clinic’s Main Campus where research and surgery are advanced, technology is leading-edge, patient care is world class and caregivers are family. Here, you will work alongside a passionate and dedicated team, receive endless support and appreciation, and build a rewarding career with one of the most respected healthcare organizations in the world.  

The mission of the Yu lab is to improve therapy for patients with brain tumors by elucidating the molecular mechanisms driving cancer initiation and progression, and in doing so, promote rigorous science and train the next generation of scientists and physicians. As a Research Technician on our team, you will perform laboratory techniques and procedures for assigned experimental studies, assist with scheduling analyses, and conduct tests utilizing various equipment and instrumentation. You will also compile experimental results for staff, reviewing and managing the ordering of laboratory supplies and equipment.

Learn more about the Yu Lab https://www.lerner.ccf.org/cancer-biology/yu/

A caregiver in this position works days from 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.  

A caregiver who excels in this role will:  

Perform laboratory techniques and procedures required for experimental studies.  

Perform technical lab duties.  

Schedule and perform various analyses.  

Assist with establishing and scheduling various procedures and analyses.  

Prepare reagents, purify chemicals, and identify, separate and quantify various substances. 

Conduct testing and procedures utilizing laboratory equipment and instrumentation. 

Accumulate data from analyses.  

Prepare charts, graphs, statistical tables, publications, grant proposals and applications for research forms.  

Order laboratory supplies and equipment through Oracle.

Minimum qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:  

High School Diploma or GED and two years of experience in a research or related laboratory environment

OR an Associate’s degree in a laboratory science field and one year of work experience OR a Bachelor’s degree

Preferred qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:

Master’s or Bachelor’s degree

Physical Requirements:

Ability to perform work in a stationary position for extended periods

Ability to operate a computer and other office equipment

Ability to communicate and exchange accurate information

Ability to distinguish color

Manual dexterity to handle specimens and repair equipment

Ability to lift and transport equipment or specimens weighing up to 20  pounds

May be exposed to hazardous chemicals, bio-hazards, radioactive materials, etc.

Personal Protective Equipment:

Follows standard precautions using personal protective equipment as required.

                       

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