Lab Operations Technician

Millenniumsoft • San Diego, CA

11h • Onsite

About The Position

Client is hiring multiple Lab Operation Technicians to work at our Torrey Pines Laboratories near UC San Diego. Become a part of our Covid19 response team! This role involves performing routine laboratory duties and operating Reel-to-Reel equipment designed for applying diagnostic antibody solutions to test strip material. You will monitor and adjust optical inspection systems, build devices for Quality Control and R&D, and maintain detailed equipment records. The position also requires performing preventative maintenance, organizing the workspace using 5S methodology, and adhering to all safety and infection control policies.

Requirements

• Familiarity with general lab personal protective equipment and practices
• Ability to work in collaborative, flexible work environment
• Willingness to work flexible hours, especially during training
• Able to perform accurate math calculations
• Ability to follow directions

Nice To Haves

• Associates Degree in Biological Sciences, Trade School Certificate, or equivalent preferred
• Previous lab experience and equipment operation a plus, but not required

Responsibilities

• Perform routine laboratory duties and operate Reel-to-Reel equipment designed for applying diagnostic antibody solutions to test strip material.
• Monitor & adjust optical inspection systems to ensure proper material deposition to media.
• Build devices to support Quality Control and R&D.
• Record equipment daily readings, function checks and accurate completion of QA Documents [batch records, SOPs, training records].
• Perform & document periodic preventative maintenance of equipment.
• Maintain necessary workplace/station organization of tools, supplies and paperwork utilizing 5S methodology.
• Comply with all safety/infection control policies and procedures.

Benefits

• A chance to begin your career at one of the world’s premier medical technology companies.
• Strong opportunity for career growth within the field of biochemistry and lab equipment operations [great for biology students and recent grads!]
• Work in a dynamic and collaborative work environment, producing lateral flow diagnostics products such as COVID-19.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree