Lab Associate, Hoxworth Blood Center, Department of Cellular Therapies
University of Cincinnati

Job Info

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Current UC employees must apply internally via SuccessFactors > http://bit.ly/UCEMPL Founded in 1819, the University of Cincinnati ranks among the nation's best urban public research universities. Home to more than 47,000 students, 10,500 faculty and staff and 330,000 alumni, UC combines a Top 35 research university with a physical setting The New York Times calls "the most ambitious campus design program in the country." With the launch of Next Lives Here, the Cincinnati Innovation District, a $100 million JobsOhio investment, eight straight years of record enrollment, worldwide leadership in cooperative education, a dynamic academic health center and entry into the Big 12 athletic conference, UC's momentum has never been stronger. UC's annual budget tops $1.6 billion and its endowment totals $1.9 billion. Job Overview

Hoxworth Blood Center seeks a Lab Associate to assist with facilities and equipment maintenance in the Cellular Therapies department. The department provides hematopoietic stem cell processing services to hospital transplant programs and to pharmaceutical companies, and manufactures innovative blood cell products for clinical trials. The Lab Associate will assist with cleaning and maintenance of a certified cleanroom laboratory and associated support space, assist with calibration and maintenance of laboratory equipment, assist with supply management, and perform other operational support tasks as needed.

The successful candidate must be comfortable working in an environment where blood products are processed and must complete assigned trainings, which may include laboratory safety, IT security, and HIPAA. Must comply with all policies and procedures.

This position will support the University's mission and commitment to excellence and diversity in our students, faculty, staff, and all our activities.

Essential Functions

Supervise, train, assist and/or instruct faculty and students using laboratory facilities.Monitor activities within designated laboratories.Maintain all laboratory equipment, including ordering of supplies; perform repair work, and schedule professional repair.Assist faculty on project feasibility and design.Administer safety programs.Act as liaison with local industry regarding specifications and availability of new and used laboratory equipment.Recommend space and equipment assignments as requested and resolve any conflicts for space and equipment.
• Perform related duties based on departmental need. This job description can be changed at any time.

Required Education

• Associate's Degree.
• Three (3) years of relevant work experience and/or other specialized training can be used in lieu of education requirement.

Required Experience

One (1) year of experience in an area of technical specialty.

Additional Qualifications Considered

• Experience working in a laboratory environment.
• Experience in the set-up, operation and maintenance of laboratory instrumentation.
• Knowledge of current laboratory safety and OSHA standards.
• Experience in the use of computers and ability to learn different laboratory software packages.
• Excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication skills.

Physical Requirements/Work Environment

Office environment/no specific unusual physical or environmental demands.

Compensation and BenefitsUC offers a wide array of complementary and affordable benefit options, to meet the financial, educational, health, and wellness needs of you and your family. Eligibility varies by position and FTE.

• Competitive salary range dependent on the candidate's experience.
• Comprehensive insurance plans including medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage.
• Flexible spending accounts and an award-winning employee wellness program, plus an employee assistance program.
• Financial security via our life and long-term disability insurance, accident and illness insurance, and retirement savings plans.
• Generous paid time off work options including vacation, sick leave, annual holidays, and winter season days in addition to paid parental leave.
• Tuition remission is available for employees and their eligible dependents.
• Enjoy discounts for on and off-campus activities and services.

The University of Cincinnati, as a multi-national and culturally diverse university, is committed to providing an inclusive, equitable and diverse place of learning and employment. As part of a complete job application you will be asked to include a Contribution to Diversity and Inclusion statement.

As a UC employee, and an employee of an Ohio public institution, if hired you will not contribute to the federal Social Security system, other than contributions to Medicare. Instead, UC employees have the option to contribute to a state retirement plan (OPERS, STRS) or an alternative retirement plan (ARP).

The University of Cincinnati is an Affirmative Action / Equal Opportunity Employer / Minority / Female / Disability / Veteran.

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