SSIU Laboratory Technician II

CEVA SANTE ANIMALE • Lenexa, KS

34d • Onsite

About The Position

As a global leader in animal health, Ceva Animal Health believes our success is linked to our passionate people researching, developing, producing and supplying innovative health solutions for all animals, which contributes to the future of our diverse planet. We are committed to ensuring the highest possible level of care and well-being for farm animals (poultry, pigs, ruminants), companion animals (dogs and cats) and wildlife. Indeed, Our “Together, Beyond Animal Health” vision emphasizes that the health and wellbeing of people, animals and our planet are totally interlinked. More than ever, Ceva is committed to a "One Health" approach. As part of our “Diversity, Equity and Inclusion” policy, Ceva Animal Heath is committed to the employment of people with disabilities and will make reasonable accommodations throughout the interview process to ensure an inclusive and accessible experience for all applicants. To request an accommodation, please contact a member of the Ceva Talent Acquisition team.

Requirements

• MS in Virology, Microbiology, Molecular Biology, Biology or equivalent preferred; or BA/BS in science related field with 1-3 years of relevant experience in virology/microbiology/or molecular laboratory or diagnostic setting.
• Intermediate knowledge in microbiology
• Intermediate knowledge of classical bacteriology and/or viral culture methods
• Fundamental working knowledge of molecular biology techniques and analysis
• Aseptic technique
• Knowledge of animal infectious diseases
• Microbiology laboratory function
• Mathematical aptitude
• Effective communication skills – both written and verbal
• Self-starting
• Initiative to work independently, within a team and under supervision as needed
• Organized with the ability to prioritize
• Able to read, write, and communicate in English
• Bending 20%
• Lifting up to 30 pounds
• Standing 10%
• Visual inspection 75%
• Verbal communication 80%

Nice To Haves

• Basic knowledge of Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS )
• Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Word proficiency
• Fundamental working knowledge of molecular methods, particularly conventional PCR and real-time PCR for bacterial, viral, and parasites

Responsibilities

• Ensure timely specimen processing for clinical samples
• Maintain laboratory organization, cleaning schedules, reagent and freezer inventories
• Work with hazardous chemicals and biological materials (handling and disposal) using appropriate PPE
• Maintain laboratory supplies and equipment
• Prepare, package and ship sampling supplies, isolates or specimens according to SOPs in timely manner
• Maintain accurate bench records and or assist with developing record forms
• Follow established SOPs and contribute to, or write SOPs and when necessary
• Prepare media or reagents used in laboratory tests and maintain preparation records
• Enter data into and retrieve data from LIMS as needed
• Prepare reports as needed for customers
• Provide cross-disciplinary support and other duties as assigned
• Adherence to, and participate in the implementation of safety and quality initiatives
• Participate in and support on the job training and required training of others
• Perform classical bacteriology methods on clinical samples to support isolation and identification of significant bacterial pathogens from avian, porcine and other sources
• Demonstrate good aseptic techniques in the manipulation of bacterial samples and strains such as streaking agar plates for isolation and passage
• Demonstrate good aseptic techniques with bacterial cultures used for small-scale expansion of isolates in broth culture and the preparation of working stocks frozen archive
• Provide administrative support with the tracking of data on bacterial isolates, including dates of expiry, inventory control and adherence to quality standards
• Intermediate knowledge of aseptic technique while working in a biosafety cabinet
• Intermediate knowledge of cell counting, calculating cell density and dilution, and microscopic examination
• Intermediate knowledge of adherent and suspension cell culture methods, viral identification, propagation, and enumeration methods
• Participate in clean room laboratory work such as: Cell line passage processes, inoculation and harvesting of viral antigen
• Demonstrate good aseptic techniques with methods for archive and small-scale expansion of viral isolates
• Participate in solution/buffer/ media preparations
• Participate in inactivation of live antigen process
• Provide administrative support with the tracking of data on viral isolates, including dates of expiry, inventory control and adherence to quality standards
• Perform routine sample processing and DNA extractions for incoming samples
• Work with various molecular instruments (automated nucleic acid extraction equipment, conventional PCR thermocyclers, real-time PCR thermocyclers, other)
• Perform methods supporting the Next Generation Sequencing workflows and outsourced sequencing workflows
• Communicate and track the results/data and organize information efficiently
• Review all test requests and results thoroughly for errors, omissions, and clarify any potential problems and notify supervisors of discrepancies and perform corrective actions
• Assist in animal trials or studies as needed
• Cross-train with other internal teams – molecular, serology, virology techniques to perform other tasks as needed
• Maintain and review complete and accurate bench records following appropriate guidelines
• Understand and follow methods to support Autogenous outlines as needed
• Follow internal quality assurance guidelines

Benefits

• Ceva is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, genetic information, actual or perceived sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Ceva encourages men and women, members of all racial and ethnic groups, individuals with disabilities and veterans to apply.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level