Laboratory Asssistant

The Laboratory Assistant has responsibility for offering support services to the laboratory staff through the maintenance of the various apparatus used in the lab, assist in the operation of a range of equipment utilized in the laboratory whilst maintaining accurate logs and record books.

Laboratory Assistant, SOG/ST 2 (Pay Band 4), salary range (JMD) $1,711,060 - $2,301,186

   Job Summary

Under the direct supervision of the Conservator the Laboratory Assistant has responsibility for offering support services to the laboratory staff through the maintenance of the various apparatus used in the lab, assist in the operation of a range of equipment utilized in the laboratory whilst maintaining accurate logs and record books.

KEY RESPONSIBILITES & COMPETENCIES

• Maintain a clean conservation laboratory and annex. Wash, clean and dust cupboards, work surfaces and regularly clean the chemical storeroom.
• Maintain glassware by picking-up, cleaning, washing, sterilizing, and distributing accordingly.
• Provide glassware by ordering, receiving, and inventorying glassware.
• Keep laboratory supplies ready and at hand by conducting an inventory of the stock, placing orders and verifying receipt.
• Operate the various equipment and machinery such as: electrolytic tanks, demineraliser vacuum tank and pneumatic chisel, X-Ray machine, HVLP sprayer and laboratory oven.
• Prepare conservation materials by retrieving/returning chemicals from the storeroom and mix chemicals to the specifications of the Conservator or designate.
• Document information by maintaining daily logs and equipment record books submit to the Conservator or designate.
• Resolve problems by examining and evaluating data, selecting corrective steps as well as consulting with the Conservator or designate.
• Ensure that safety and security standards are maintained with respect to the temperature of solvents and being able to extinguish different types of chemical fires.
• Excellent knowledge of the various chemicals and possible reaction to interaction with other chemicals
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Great analytical skills
• Keen eye for details

QUALIFICATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Six (6) G.C.E Ordinary Level or CXC passes including: English Language, Chemistry, Physics and Biology.
• Two (2) years of experience in a similar capacity.