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Evaluates and reports on inventory levels. Self-motivated to independently manage time effectively and prioritize daily tasks. \nAssists department management in product evaluations and utilization of existing products. \nGROWTH/INNOVATION ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS\nParticipation in the development or establishment of new laboratory procedures, including biological assays, quantitative and qualitative analysis. \nTrains in new techniques as they emerge as appropriate. \nSeeks opportunities to expand learning beyond baseline competencies with a focus on continual development as a researcher. Completes and updates the individual development plan (IDP) on an on-going basis. \nSUPPLEMENTAL REQUIREMENTS\n WORK ATTIREUniform: No \nScrubs: Yes \nBusiness professional: Yes \nOther (department approved): No \nON-CALL*\n*Note that employees may be required to be on-call during emergencies (ie. 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