Desired Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in biological sciences, immunology, microbiology, molecular biology, or a related scientific field.

• Prior experience with laboratory mice, tissue processing, flow cytometry, microscopy, molecular biology, or microbiology techniques.

• Familiarity with basic concepts in intestinal biology, immunology, host-microbiota interactions, or organoid culture is desirable.

• Strong analytical skills, careful record keeping, excellent judgment, and ability to work under deadlines with general guidance.

• Ability to work cooperatively with team members, communicate clearly, and maintain accurate experimental and colony records.

• Comfort working fully on-site in a laboratory environment that may involve animals, biological specimens, hazardous materials, and personal protective equipment.

Education & Experience (Required):

• Bachelor's degree in related scientific field.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (Required):

• General understanding of scientific principles. Demonstrated performance to use knowledge and skills when needed.

• Demonstrated ability to apply theoretical knowledge of scientific principles to problem-solving work.

• Ability to maintain detailed records of experiments and outcomes.

• General computer skills and ability to quickly learn and master computer programs, databases, and scientific applications.

• Ability to work under deadlines with general guidance.

• Excellent organizational skills and demonstrated ability to accurately complete detailed work.

Physical Requirements*:

• Frequently stand, walk, twist, bend, stoop, squat, grasp lightly, use fine manipulation, grasp forcefully, perform desk-based computer tasks, use a telephone, write by hand, lift, carry, push, and pull objects weighing up to 50 pounds.

• Occasionally sit, kneel, crawl, reach, and work above the shoulders, sort and file paperwork or parts.

• Rarely climb, scrub, sweep, mop, chop, and mix or operate hand and foot controls.

• Must have correctable vision to perform the duties of the job.

• Ability to bend, squat, kneel, stand, reach above shoulder level, and move on hard surfaces for up to eight hours.

• Ability to lift heavy objects weighing up to 50 pounds.

• Ability to work in a dusty, dirty, and odorous environment.

• Position may require repetitive motion.

*- Consistent with its obligations under the law, the University will provide reasonable accommodation to any employee with a disability who requires accommodation to perform the essential functions of his or her job.

Working Conditions:

• May require working in close proximity to bloodborne pathogens.

• May require work in an environment where animals are used for teaching and research.

• Position may at times require the employee to work with or be in areas where hazardous materials and/or infectious diseases are present.

• Employee must perform tasks that require the use of personal protective equipment, such as safety glasses and shoes, protective clothing and gloves, and possibly a respirator.

• May require extended or unusual work hours based on research requirements and business needs.

• Due to the nature of the work, this position will work fully on-site.

The expected pay range for this position is $32.58 to $38.48 per hour.

Stanford University provides pay ranges representing its good faith estimate of the salary or hourly wage the university reasonably expects to pay for a position upon hire. The pay offered to a selected candidate will be determined based on factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the qualifications of the selected candidate, departmental budget availability, internal equity, geographic location, and external market pay for comparable jobs.

At Stanford University, base pay represents only one aspect of the comprehensive rewards package.

The Cardinal at Work website (https://cardinalatwork.stanford.edu/benefits-rewards) provides detailed information on Stanford's extensive range of benefits and rewards offered to employees. Specifics about the rewards package for this position may be discussed during the hiring process.

Why Stanford is for You

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• Freedom to grow. We offer career development programs, tuition reimbursement, or course auditing. Join a TedTalk, film screening, or listen to a renowned author or global leader speak.

• A caring culture. We provide superb retirement plans, generous time-off, and family care resources.

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The job duties listed are typical examples of work performed by positions in this job classification and are not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, tasks, and responsibilities. Specific duties and responsibilities may vary depending on department or program needs without changing the general nature and scope of the job or level of responsibility. Employees may also perform other duties as assigned.

Consistent with its obligations under the law, the university will provide reasonable accommodation to any employee with a disability who requires accommodation to perform the essential functions of his or her job.

Stanford is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.