Lab Technician (Temporary Position)

at  Worcester Polytechnic Institute

JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY

We are looking for a lab technician to assist on the setup of the new lab and research projects related to regenerative engineering in the Department of Biomedical Engineering at Worcester Polytechnic Institute (WPI).
WPI is a diverse campus of learners passionate about creating an inclusive workplace that promotes and values diversity. We are looking for candidates who can support our commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Master degree in Biomedical Engineering, Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, or a field related closely to the research described above
• Strong oral and communication skills
• Preferred candidate should have experience in mammalian cell culture, immunostaining, and histological analysis
  Inquiries about this position can be send to: Dr. Yonghui Ding (yding7@wpi.edu).

WPI IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER THAT ACTIVELY SEEKS TO INCREASE THE DIVERSITY OF ITS WORKPLACE. ALL QUALIFIED CANDIDATES WILL RECEIVE CONSIDERATION FOR EMPLOYMENT WITHOUT REGARD TO RACE, COLOR, AGE, RELIGION, SEX, SEXUAL ORIENTATION, GENDER IDENTITY, NATIONAL ORIGIN, VETERAN STATUS, OR DISABILITY. IT SEEKS INDIVIDUALS WITH DIVERSE BACKGROUNDS AND EXPERIENCES WHO WILL CONTRIBUTE TO A CULTURE OF CREATIVITY, COLLABORATION, INCLUSION, PROBLEM SOLVING, INNOVATION, HIGH PERFORMANCE, AND CHANGE MAKING. IT IS COMMITTED TO MAINTAINING A CAMPUS ENVIRONMENT FREE OF HARASSMENT AND DISCRIMINATION.

To apply, visit: https://wpi.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/WPIExternalCareerSite/job/Worcester/Lab-Technician-Temporary-Position-R0002515

• Assist on the purchase of the equipment and the setup of the lab
• Assist on the development of the lab website
• Perform the evaluation of in vitro cell responses to 3D-printed polymer scaffolds, including cell viability, proliferation, and migration