1. Performs equipment maintenance and repair. Modifies and adjusts equipment and apparatus according to experiment and specifications. 2. Creates instructional materials. Oversees and instructs support staff and students in laboratory techniques and equipment usage. 3. Performs specialized scientific/laboratory procedures and techniques. Formulates scientific solutions and media. 4. Maintains laboratory facilities and work areas. Orders supplies, equipment, and apparatus for laboratory experiments. 5. Performs additional functions incidental to laboratory activities.

Required Skill/ability 1:  Demonstrated ability with steam sterilizer operation, preferably Olympus System operation training.

Required Skill/ability 2:  Demonstrated ability in the use of standard precautions as related to the OSHA, Bloodborne Pathogen Standard.

Required Skill/ability 3:  Ability to work independently.