Lab Technician

Bruker Corporation • Bothell, WA

9d

About The Position

Bruker is one of the world’s leading analytical instrumentation companies enabling scientist to make breakthrough discoveries and develop new application that improve the quality of human life. Our high-performance products and high-value life science and diagnostic solutions are trusted by leading businesses, institutes, and scientists worldwide. Today, more than 8,500 employees at over 90 locations are working on this permanent challenge to make the world a better place. The Manufacturing Lab Technician is responsible for supporting the production of reagents used in various Bruker Spatual Biology /NanoString Analysis Systems, for example, nCounter® and GeoMx® Responsibilities The role requires learning and performing both manual and automated production processes for the manufacturing of raw, intermediate, and final reagents needed for the multiplexed detection and the quantification of many different types of target molecules from biological samples. In this role, the Lab Tech will learn the skills to operate semi-automated and automated scientific equipment, perform Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), navigate Document Control systems, Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems, etc. Manufacturing Lab Technicians will comply with professional policies and practices to work safely and resolve routine issues.

Requirements

• A 2-year associates degree in a scientific discipline or industry relevant certificate program that includes coursework in biology, molecular biology, biochemistry, microbiology and/or other life science areas of study.
• Previous exposure in a lab environment, including handling non- to low-hazard chemicals, e.g., ethanol, acetone, etc.
• Analytical, organizational, documentation, and communications skills.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• Ability to lift and carry 20-25 lbs., including freezer/refrigerator racks
• Follow detailed work instructions according to process, product, and Quality System requirements.
• Accurately complete batch records following Good Documentation Practices
• Work both independently and in a team environment.
• Perform incoming quality controls (QC) on raw materials.
• Prepare raw materials for inclusion in finished products.
• Manufacture reagents critical to various nCounter and GeoMx assays and internal processes.
• Manufacture intermediate and finished products.

Nice To Haves

• Experience using a micropipet
• Good manual dexterity to work in a molecular biology laboratory environment, such as working with small volumes and loading gels.

Responsibilities

• Follow detailed work instructions according to process, product, and Quality System requirements.
• Accurately complete batch records following Good Documentation Practices
• Work both independently and in a team environment.
• Perform incoming quality controls (QC) on raw materials.
• Prepare raw materials for inclusion in finished products.
• Manufacture reagents critical to various nCounter and GeoMx assays and internal processes.
• Manufacture intermediate and finished products.

Benefits

• Full-time employees may also be eligible for a performance-related incentive in addition to a full range of benefits including 401(k) with company match, an employee stock purchase plan, medical and dental plans, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability insurance, employee assistance program and paid time off including vacation, sick time and holidays, and more.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees