Laboratory Asst

Temple University
Philadelphia, PA
Temple University's Lewis Katz School of Medicine is searching for a Lab Assistant

Salary Range: $22.44/hr.
A variety of important factors are reviewed by HR when considering salary, including job duties, the applicant's education and experience, all relevant internal equity considerations, department budget, and funding source.

Become a part of the Temple family and you will have access to the following:
Full medical, dental, vision coverage
Paid time off
9 Federally Observed Paid Holidays
3 Personal Days
Tuition remission - eligible employees and their dependents can obtain a degree TUITION FREE
A generous retirement plan and so much more!

Position Summary:
The Laboratory Assistant is responsible for performing simple and routine, generally non-technical laboratory/research related tasks. Assist with maintaining lab equipment and research supplies. May assist with the handling and care of lab animals. Assist in obtaining and recording research data.

Job Details:
* This is a grant funded position

Required Education and Experience:
* At least one year of directly related laboratory experience required.

Required Skills and Abilities:
* Ability to work under close supervision
* Ability to work with lab animals in research setting
* Familiarity with basic lab techniques and terminology
* Ability to operate standard office equipment.
* Ability to operate laboratory equipment.
* Ability to handle sensitive equipment

Essential Duties:
* Perform inventory of chemicals and laboratory supplies.
* Assist in ordering laboratory supplies as needed. Maintain and operate standard laboratory equipment.
* Assist in the recording, compiling and organizing of data as required.
* Clean and dry laboratory glassware and plastic ware, etc.
* May assist with feeding laboratory animals, cleaning their cages and maintain feeding logs.
* Prepare standard solutions and reagents.
* Perform routine staining and fixing of specimens, place media in test tubes, Petri dishes or other containers and prepare simple culture media following explicit instructions.
* Performs other duties as assigned.

Temple University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all in every aspect of its operations, including employment, service, and educational programs. The University has pledged not to discriminate on the basis of age, color, disability, marital status, national origin or ethnic origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or veteran status.

Compliance Statement: In the performance of their functions as detailed in the position description employees have an obligation to avoid ethical, legal, financial and other conflicts of interest to ensure that their actions and outside activities do not conflict with their primary employment responsibilities at the institution. Employees are also expected to understand and be in compliance with applicable laws, University and employment policies and regulations, including NCAA regulations for areas and departments which their essential functions cause them to interact.

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Posted 2026-05-09

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