Lab Technician - Verification & Validation

IDEXX•Westbrook, ME

9d•Onsite

About The Position

This is an opportunity to be a member of the Assay R&D organization. Your role will be critical to lab and instrument maintenance as well as managing and testing new product prior to release.

Requirements

High School degree with 0-3 years of experience or science related associates degree with no experience
Vet technicians are encouraged to apply
Ability to properly pipette is preferred
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, standard operating procedures (SOPs), material safety data sheets (MSDSs), operating and maintenance instructions, instrument and software manuals, government rules and technical procedures
Good computer skills: Microsoft Office Suite preferred, Strong Excel skills required
Ability to prioritize and multi-task
Strong initiative and follow through as well as self-motivation
Attention to detail
Strong verbal and written communication skills in order to collaborate across the organization working with different scientists
Must be reliable – attendance is an essential function of the position
Ability to work independently and as a team contributor
Willingness to learn new skills

Responsibilities

Performs laboratory testing of various pet assay and other animal illnesses, injuries and diseases; processes specimens, manages assay results, and assists in assay research
Performs testing across multiple platforms that require a strong level of technical ability, including proper pipetting technique
Maintains and communicates schedules and changes in schedules
Manages lab inventory, procures supplies and stocks shelves
Responsible for general lab maintenance and overall cleanliness of lab and lab equipment
Supports and maintains various processes, systems and databases
Performs record keeping, data collection, analysis, and electronic notebook
Receives and aliquots biological samples as well as maintains sample tracking database
Performs instrument calibration and QC
Potential to handle sterile or biohazardous materials
Prepare and dilute reagents