Research Technician I

at  University of Rochester

POSITION SUMMARY:

Performs research laboratory assignments, various and diversified in nature, in accordance with standard practices and procedures.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Associate’s degree in appropriate discipline; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
The University of Rochester is committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving a culture of equity, diversity, and inclusion to advance the University’s mission to Learn, Discover, Heal, Create - and Make the World Ever Better. In support of our values and those of our society, the University is committed to not discriminating on the basis of age, color, disability, ethnicity, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, military/veteran status, national origin, race, religion/creed, sex, sexual orientation, citizenship status, or any other status protected by law. This commitment extends to the administration of our policies, admissions, employment, access, and recruitment of candidates from underrepresented populations, veterans, and persons with disabilities consistent with these values and government contractor Affirmative Action obligations.

TYPICAL DUTIES:

• Plans and performs a variety of standardized laboratory tests, analyses and observations.
• Sets up equipment and apparatus.
• Prepares test specimens. Calculates and records results.
• Extracts data from various prescribed sources; processes data, following well-defined methods; presents data in prescribed formats.
• Cleans and performs routine maintenance on equipment.
• Assists in developing, devising or modifying methods and procedures.
• May perform specialized duties in process or service laboratories, such as photography/illustration functions.