About the position
Job Description
The University of Maryland, Baltimore (UMB), Institute for Genome
Sciences (IGS) is currently recruiting a Laboratory Research
Assistant. Maryland Genomics at the Institute for Genome Sciences
(IGS) is a high-throughput laboratory and data analysis team
supporting the scientific programs of IGS and its collaborators,
both across the University of Maryland, Baltimore campus and around
the globe. Using high-throughput sequencing, singe-cell and spatial
multi-omics, qPCR/dPCR, and bioinformatics platforms, Maryland
Genomics generates and analyzes high-quality genomic data in a
cost-effective manner.
UMB is a public university and constituent institution of the
University System of Maryland. All employees are expected to work
primarily physically within the State of Maryland.
Responsibilities
- Follow laboratory’s established policies and procedures.
- Manage specimen receipt and accessioning.
- Assist in routine laboratory maintenance, including equipment
maintenance and troubleshooting.
- Contribute to lab cleanliness and a safe laboratory
environment.
- Perform some or all components of primary sample transfer, DNA
and RNA extraction, PCR, and qPCR.
- Maintain records for equipment and reagent validation.
- Research and development activities for ongoing and future
testing efforts.
- Maintain thorough documentation of laboratory activities,
protocol deviations, equipment malfunctions, and corrective
actions.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
EDUCATION: Bachelor's degree in biology, chemistry or field of
study related to laboratory research.
OTHER: May require training related to occupational safety and
health, environmental compliance, shipping of hazardous materials
and/or ionizing radiation.
May consider a combination of directly related experience and
education.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES
Knowledge of position requirements.
Knowledge of all applicable requirements, regulations, and
laws.
Skill in effective use of applicable technology/systems.
Ability to effectively communicate both verbal and written
thoughts, ideas, and facts.
Ability to work cooperatively with others and independently.
Knowledge of NextGen sequencing and library prep experience is
desirable.
Ability to demonstrate, understand, apply, and adhere to the UMB
Core Values of Accountability, Civility, Collaboration, Diversity,
Excellence, Leadership, and Knowledge.
About Us
The University of Maryland, Baltimore (UMB) is Maryland’s public
health, law, and human services university. Six professional
schools and the interdisciplinary Graduate School confer the
majority of health care, human services, and law professional
degrees in Maryland each year.
Our goal is to support the University’s mission of education,
research, clinical care, and public service by amplifying UMB’s
voice as a thought and action leader, and to enhance goodwill in
the communities and people with whom we engage. UMB is a public
university and constituent institution of the University System of
Maryland. All employees are expected to work primarily physically
within the State of Maryland.
UMB is committed to cultivating a diverse and inclusive workforce
and is proud to be an equal employment opportunity employer. All
qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment
without regard to race, color, religion, age, ancestry or national
origin, sex, pregnancy or related conditions, sexual orientation,
gender identity or expression, genetic information, physical or
mental disability, marital status, protected veteran's status, or
any other legally protected classification.
If you anticipate needing a reasonable accommodation for a
disability under the Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA), during
any part of the employment process, please submit a UMB Job Applicant Accommodation Request . You
may also contact HRDiversity@umaryland.edu. Please note that only
inquiries concerning an ADA request for reasonable accommodation
will be responded to from this email address.
The University of Maryland, Baltimore prohibits sex discrimination
in any education program or activity that it operates. Individuals
may report concerns or questions to the Title IX Coordinator. Read
the UMB Notice of Non-Discrimination for more
information.
UMB is a public university and constituent institution of the
University System of Maryland. All employees are expected to work
primarily physically within the State of Maryland. Regular and contractual employee are eligible for a
comprehensive benefits package
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