Laboratory Assistant II (1 Year Fixed Term)

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

-        Training in aquatic animals, zebrafish, cavefish, danionella handling.

-        Knowledge in molecular biology to perform DNA extraction, design primers, perform PCRs and understand DNA sequencing results

-        One year of applicable animal care experience in research or animal laboratory environment tor a combination of equivalent education and work experience

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE (REQUIRED):

This position requires a minimum of one year of Laboratory Assistant I level or a combination of education and relevant experience.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (REQUIRED):

-        In addition to the qualifications listed for the Laboratory Glassware Washer, these employees must have demonstrated initiative and good judgment.

-        Ability to perform work with a minimum of error under general supervision.

-        Ability to train others in aspects of Lab Assistant work.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS*:

-        Manual dexterity to perform assigned tasks.

-        Write by hand, sort/file paperwork or parts.

-        Frequently stand/walk, perform seated work, operate special machines

-        Occasionally twist/bend/stoop/squat, reach /work above shoulders, light fine grasping.

-        Lift/carry/push/pull objects that weigh up to 20 pounds.

-        Rarely help move heavier items (e.g. chairs or lab equipment; packages of supplies; drums containing 2 to 15 gallons, depending on ability.

-        In some Glassware Washing operations, occasionally may pull a wheeled Glassware cart that weighs approximately 100 pounds

* - Consistent with its obligations under the law, the University will provide reasonable accommodation to any employee with a disability who requires accommodation to perform the essential functions of his or her job.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

·       Would be required to work overtime, evenings and weekends, including Holidays, sometimes in inclement weather conditions.

·       Work occurs in a research laboratory environment.  Depending on research, Lab Assistants may work in the vicinity of animals, chemicals, gasses or hazardous materials. Expected to follow all safety requirements and procedures, including wearing appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) if required.

WORK STANDARDS 

·       When conducting university business, must comply with the California Vehicle Code and Stanford University driving requirements

·       Interpersonal Skills: Demonstrates the ability to work well with Stanford colleagues and clients and with external organizations.

·       Promote Culture of Safety: Demonstrates commitment to personal responsibility and value for safety; communicates safety concerns; uses and promotes safe behaviors based on training and lessons learned.

·       Subject to and expected to comply with all applicable University policies and procedures, including but not limited to the personnel policies and other policies found in the University's Administrative Guide, http://adminguide.stanford.edu and the appropriate collective bargaining agreement at https://cardinalatwork.stanford.edu/hr-processes-policiespolicies/labor-relations-collective-bargaining.

·       Onsite: This position is based on the Stanford main campus. 

The expected pay range for this position is $28.46 (Step 1) to $34.38 (Step 10) per hour.  Placement in the pay range is subject to the applicable collective bargaining agreement.

Stanford University provides pay ranges representing its good faith estimate of what the university reasonably expects to pay for a position

*This range is subject to the applicable bargaining unit agreement.

* - Stanford is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.