Lab Aide

Position Description:

Purpose

Perform independent standard and complex laboratory research procesures; maintain zebrafish feeding and care, record and present data. Assist other researchers in experimentation and data collection.

Primary Functions

• Assist in feeding, breeding, and maintenance of zebrafish colony.
• Assist in laboratory organization (glassware washing, autoclaving, and inventory).
• Participate in meetings with principle investigator and research staff as needed.
• Will need to work on Saturday or Sunday and some Holidays for 3+ hours.

Knowledge - Skills - Abilities

Ability to learn general laboratory procedures. Ability to use independent judgment. Ability to read, understand, follow direction of safety procedures. Strong critical thinking, problem solving and attentiveness to detail required.

Preferred Schedule:



Variable

Position Requirements:

Minimum Required Education: Less than high school

Minimum Required Experience: No experience required

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The Medical College of Wisconsin (MCW) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to fostering a diverse community of outstanding faculty, staff, and students, as well as ensuring equal educational opportunity, employment, and access to services, programs, and activities, without regard to an individual's race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, sex, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, predisposing genetic characteristic, or military status. Employees, students, applicants or other members of the MCW community (including but not limited to vendors, visitors, and guests) may not be subjected to harassment that is prohibited by law or treated adversely or retaliated against based upon a protected characteristic.

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