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Instructional Support Associate, Biotechnical and Clinical Laboratory Sciences
University at Buffalo, The State University of New York


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Date Posted Jul. 22, 2024
Title Instructional Support Associate, Biotechnical and Clinical Laboratory Sciences
University University at Buffalo, The State University of New York
Buffalo, NY, United States
Department Biotechnical and Clinical Laboratory Sciences
Application Deadline Open until filled
Position Start Date Available immediately
 
 
  • Professional Staff
  • Research/Technical/Laboratory
 
 

Position Summary

The Department of Biotechnical and Clinical Laboratory Sciences (BCLS) at the University at Buffalo (UB) is seeking outstanding applicant for a full-time (12-month) Instructional Support Associate position. BCLS is expanding opportunities for students to develop hands-on laboratory skills and gain practical experience in on-campus, local & national internships and research placements that will lead to employment or advanced training in the STEM and healthcare fields. Successful applicants will complement existing strengths in the department.

In this position, you will:
  • prepare lab environment including adequate quantity and quality of chemicals for laboratory experiments;
  • organize and maintain teaching equipment and instruments to ensure accuracy and efficient performance;
  • maintain supplies and equipment inventories by ordering and organizing supplies.
 
The candidates should have a record of hands-on experience in laboratory experiments and standard lab equipment (e.g., pH meter, spectroscopes, separation techniques). The Instructional Support Associate will have various laboratory-related responsibilities including but not limited to organizing & maintaining laboratory equipment for teaching labs, preparing lab environments, and facilitating student participation in learning activities with faculty.

Outstanding Benefits Package
Working at UB comes with benefits that exceed salary alone. There are personal rewards including comprehensive health and retirement plan options. We also focus on creating and sustaining a healthy mix of work, personal and academic pursuit – all in an effort to support your work-life effectiveness. We support your growth and development through our career coaching and training department and we qualify as a public service loan forgiveness organization. Learn more about the great benefits the University at Buffalo has to offer.

About The University at Buffalo
The University at Buffalo (UB) #ubuffalo is one of America’s leading public research universities and a flagship of the State University of New York system, recognized for our excellence and our impact. UB is a premier, research-intensive public university dedicated to academic excellence. Our research, creative activity and people positively impact the world. Like the city we call home, UB is distinguished by a culture of resilient optimism, resourceful thinking and pragmatic dreaming that enables us to reach others every day. Visit our website to learn more about the University at Buffalo.

University at Buffalo is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and, in keeping with our commitment, welcomes all to apply including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

 

Minimum Qualifications

  • Qualified applicants must have a bachelor’s degree in a scientific field of study or an Associate degree with 2 years experience in a lab.
  • Experience with operating standard lab equipment (e.g., pH meter, spectroscopes, separation techniques).
  • Excellent verbal/written communication and organizational skills, and be able to work collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Knowledge of the use and maintenance of laboratory facilities and equipment.
  • Knowledge of teaching laboratory materials and basic mathematical calculations.
  • Basic knowledge of statistics and data analysis.
  • Understanding of electronic and computerized equipment in laboratories.
  • Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Excellent experience in separation equipment including HPLC and GC.
  • Experience in a teaching lab as an assistant or as a research technician.
  • Ability to utilize, calibrate, configure and/or troubleshoot laboratory equipment and instruments.
  • Demonstrates sufficient computer skills to utilize lab instrument operation programs

 
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