Farm Monitoring Technician I

Aviagen • Sallisaw, OK

6d

About The Position

The Farm Monitoring Technician I collects blood and other farm samples, prepares associated files for genomic laboratory testing, and supports routine departmental testing. The role is responsible for maintaining sample integrity and quality, preparing samples for shipment, and keeping DNA supplies adequately stocked to prevent work delays.

The technician maintains laboratory and pen hygiene and follows company procedures and policies for biosecurity, animal welfare, safety, ISO, and drug and alcohol compliance. The position also involves handling live animals and farm samples, monitoring for potential contamination and aberrant results, and completing special projects and other assigned duties.

Requirements

• High school diploma.
• Comfort using technology.
• Ability to communicate orally, in writing, and by email.
• Ability to use common-sense understanding to accomplish daily and weekly goals and respond to changing testing needs requested by supervisors.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States.
• Must successfully pass a background check and drug screen before employment.
• Valid driver's license.
• Comfort handling farm samples while maintaining sample integrity and laboratory safety.
• Ability to remain aware of surroundings, assigned tasks, aberrant results, potential contamination, and general data-collection practices.
• Must not own or house wild or domesticated avian species for biosecurity purposes.
• Must adhere to a strict 72-hour quarantine period after contact with non-Hubbard avian species.

Responsibilities

• Obtain blood samples and prepare associated files for genomic laboratory testing.
• Help ensure the accuracy of samples collected for parental assignment.
• Assist with sample collection while following the biosecurity matrix.
• Maintain sufficient inventory of DNA supplies to prevent work delays.
• Prepare and pack samples for shipment.
• Perform routine departmental tests as directed by laboratory management.
• Ensure the quality of work performed and the quality of the product produced.
• Maintain laboratory and pen hygiene.
• Follow company policies and established procedures regarding biosecurity, animal welfare, safety, ISO, and drug and alcohol requirements.
• Take on special projects and perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED