Microbiology Laboratory Technician I

Phigenics•Fayetteville, AR

About The Position

A Microbiology Laboratory Technician I (LabTech I) reports to the Laboratory Manager. The LabTech I performs research and analysis activities, processes chemistry and microbiology samples, and provides maintenance tasks necessary to support the Phigenics Analytical Services Laboratory (PASL). This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

Requirements

A bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Biology, or a related field is required
0-2 years of experience as a lab technician or related field
Works under direct supervision from the Lab Manager
Accuracy and attention to detail are strong requirements
Excellent verbal and written communication skills are strongly required
Skills with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within a particular field
Performs tasks successfully using instructions, pre-established guidelines, and standard procedures to perform work
Experience with MS Office, spreadsheets, word processing, and other computer programs

Responsibilities

Understand PASL services, operations, and testing methods for waterborne pathogens
Basic understanding of field testing equipment and supplies
Receive and log in chemistry or microbiology samples
Prepare materials and reagents for processing chemistry or microbiology samples; record observations and measurements, and report results
Under direct supervision, provides analysis of the samples according to the standard operating procedures (SOPs).
Records sample location data and results in the database
Communicates accurate and timely results to clients and the sales team
Assists in the maintenance of quality system records to comply with accrediting agencies
Assists with ordering, receipt, inspection, and stocking of supplies
Performs lab maintenance, including, but not limited to:
Clean lab equipment and wash glassware, vials, and filters
Clean and store materials used for testing
Discard old chemistry or microbiology samples
Prepares reports as necessary