Job Description
We are seeking a Laboratory Technician in the department of Otolaryngology. The Laboratory Technician performs routine laboratory processes and follows routine protocols under close supervision.
Specific Duties & Responsibilities
- Operate standard equipment.
- Use standard procedures for specific laboratory tests and preparation techniques.
- Assist with laboratory maintenance, prepare solutions, and order supplies.
- Identify and report problems in the completion of routine lab processes.
- Other duties as assigned.
In addition to the duties above
- Maintain accurate and detailed records, present data summaries, identify and resolve common problems, and use basic analytical skills to implement assigned projects.
- Use basic laboratory skills, processing, storing, labeling, and identifying study samples.
Minimum Qualifications
- High school diploma or graduation equivalent.
- Additional education may substitute for required experience to the extent permitted by the JHU equivalency formula.
Preferred Qualifications
- Some science coursework and/or training certificate from a technical institute.
Technical Skills & Expected Level of Proficiency
- Inventory Control - Awareness
- Laboratory Equipment Maintenance - Awareness
- Laboratory Safety - Awareness
- Laboratory Troubleshooting and Technical Problem Solving - Awareness
- Record Keeping - Awareness
- Solution Preparation and Equipment Programming - Awareness
The core technical skills listed are most essential; additional technical skills may be required based on specific division or department needs.
Classified Title: Laboratory Technician
Job Posting Title (Working Title): Laboratory Technician (Otolaryngology)
Role/Level/Range: ACRO40/E/02/CB
Starting Salary Range: $15.80 - $23.85 HRLY ($19.00 targeted; Commensurate w/exp.)
Employee group: Casual / On Call
Schedule: M-F, 15 - 20hrs weekly
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Location: School of Medicine Campus
Department name: SOM Oto Otolaryngology Research
Personnel area: School of Medicine
