Job Description

Posting number: NIRC110826TFC1

Department: University of LA - Lafayette

Job classification: LABORATORY TECHNICAL ASSISTANT 1

Posting type: Open & Promotional

Categories: Laboratory, Research

Summary

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The University of Louisiana at Lafayette New Iberia Research Center specializes in the breeding, management, and importation of a diverse range of nonhuman primate species and offers a broad range of diagnostic, laboratory, and human resources for the development and characterization of nonhuman primate models for applied and basic research aimed at promoting human quality of life.

We’re looking for a Laboratory Technical Assistant 1 (Animal Care Technical Assistant) to join our New Iberia Research Center team. Animal Care Technicians play a vital role in supporting laboratory operations through technical maintenance and observational work.

Examples of duties

No experience or training required.

Qualifications

The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here.

Supplemental information

Job Duties:

• Assist with the preparation, calibration, and operation of laboratory instruments and equipment
• Conduct tests, record data, and compile reports in accordance with established lab procedures
• Prepare and handle chemical, biological, or physical samples and reagents
• Perform routine maintenance and cleaning of lab instruments and facilities
• Observe and document results, maintaining accurate records for experiments and procedures
• Ensure compliance with safety, sanitation, and procedural standards
• Support research and instructional staff during experiments and laboratory classes
• Monitor equipment and materials inventory and submit orders as needed
• Troubleshoot basic equipment issues and escalate more complex problems appropriately

Position-Specific Details:

Appointment Type: Probational

Work Location: This position is located at the New Iberia Research Center. 4401 W. Admiral Doyle Dr. New Iberia, LA 70506

Compensation: This position has a Special Entrance Rate (SER) of $12.00/hour.

**Various openings available**

How To Apply:

No Civil Service test score is required in order to be considered for this vacancy.

To apply for this vacancy, click on the “Apply” link above and complete an electronic application, which can be used for this vacancy as well as future job opportunities. Applicants are responsible for checking the status of their application to determine where they are in the recruitment process. Further status message information is located under the Information section of the Current Job Opportunities page.

• Information to support your eligibility for this job title must be included in the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education). Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections. Applications may be rejected if incomplete.

Contact Information:

For further information about this vacancy contact:

Taronsler Faye Cormier

Human Resources Specialist

faye.cormier@louisiaina.edu

University of Louisiana at Lafayette Human Resources

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