Laboratory Asst III

About the Department

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The Department of Molecular Genetics and Cell Biology (MGCB) is an innovative interdisciplinary community of scientists committed to investigating molecular aspects of biological phenomena that operate on a cellular scale. We invite you to explore our programs and get to know us better, https://mgcb.uchicago.edu/.

Job Information ​
 

Job Summary:

The University of Chicago is seeking a Laboratory Assistant III to perform daily dishwashing and autoclaving glassware of designated labs. Collect glassware from labs for washing and sterilizing. Return cleaned sterilized glassware according to lab specifications.  May be required to make liquid and solid media.

Responsibilities:

• Pick-up used glassware from designated labs.

• Wash and sterilize glassware according to protocol.  

• Return washed and sterilized glassware according to laboratory request.

• Perform other related work as needed. 

Competencies:

• Able to produce excellent sterilization results.  

• Capacity to handle multiple tasks in a short amount of time.

• Strong organizational and communication skills.     

• Able to work independently and work as a team. 

Additional Requirements ​​
 

Education, Experience, or Certifications:

Education:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.

Working Conditions and Physical Requirements:                           

• Requires safe handling of laboratory equipment (vials, pipettes, tubes).                            

• Requires use of autoclave equipment for washing and sterilizing lab glassware. 

• Requires the ability to stand for long periods of time.     

Pay Range:

• $19.23 – 19.67 hourly

Required Documents:

• Resume

• Cover Letter

• List of 2 professional references

When applying, the document(s) MUST  be uploaded via the My Experience page, in the section titled Application Documents of the application.

Benefit Eligibility ​
 
Yes

Requires Compliance with University Covid-19 Vaccination Requirement
 

No

Pay Frequency ​
 
Hourly

Pay Range
 
Please refer to Additional Requirements to see the pay ranges

Scheduled Weekly Hours ​
 
40

Union ​
 
022- Local 743, I.B.T. Service Maintenance

Job is Exempt
 
No

Drug Test Required
 
No

Motor Vehicle Record Inquiry Required
 
No

Health Screen Required
No

Posting Date ​
 
2022-11-11-08:00

Remove from Posting On or Before ​
 
2023-05-11-07:00

Posting Statement: ​​
 

Employees must comply with the University’s COVID-19 vaccination requirements. More information about the requirements can be found on the University of Chicago Vaccination GoForward .
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