R&D Laboratory Technician

Eurofins USA In Vitro Diagnostics Solutions•Davis, CA

10h

About The Position

The R&D Laboratory Technician supports the Research and Development department by performing a variety of technical laboratory procedures. Duties include gathering and preparing samples and substances for analysis, maintaining laboratory inventory, operating equipment, collecting and analyzing data, and reporting findings to a Project Manager. The role may involve potentially hazardous materials, including pathogens and chemicals, and requires maintaining safe laboratory conditions. The technician performs experiments using sound scientific methods, runs manual and automated assays such as ELISA and Western Blot, documents procedures, observations, and results, and communicates findings. The position may also involve setting up, maintaining, and cleaning laboratory instruments and equipment, and assisting Validation Specialists and with kit assembly when time permits.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Biological Science, Chemistry, or a related field.
General laboratory knowledge, including use of equipment, pipetting, personal safety, and general laboratory practices.
Strong attention to detail.
Ability to work autonomously and as a member of a team.
Ability to comprehend scientific materials and instructions.
Ability to effectively communicate results with team members.
Ability to record data, make computations, and analyze results.
Willingness and ability to follow corporate personnel policies and practices, including attendance and punctuality requirements.
Valid driver’s license and satisfactory driving record.
Ability to apply common-sense understanding to written, oral, or diagrammed instructions and to address problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
Ability to work with basic algebra, volume, probability, and statistical inference, and apply fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations; may need to use exponents, logarithms, and quadratic equations and determine test reliability and validity, analysis of variance, and correlation techniques.
Ability to read and interpret correspondence, memos, safety rules, equipment instructions, and procedure manuals; write reports and business correspondence; and present information effectively in one-on-one situations in English.
Ability to meet the physical demands of the role, including standing for long periods, sitting, walking, using hands, reaching, talking, hearing, and smelling; occasionally stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling; and potentially lifting up to 50 pounds.

Nice To Haves

1–2 years of previous work experience in a similar position.
Previous ELISA and/or Western Blot testing experience.
Basic knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
Willingness and ability to learn other software programs as needed.
Understanding of statistical methods and probability.
Knowledge of FDA and ISO Quality System Regulations (cGMP and cGLP) pertaining to medical devices.

Responsibilities

Gather and prepare samples and substances for laboratory testing and analysis.
Maintain inventory of samples, reagents, and other laboratory supplies.
Follow safety guidelines and maintain a clean, orderly laboratory environment.
Maintain and operate laboratory equipment.
Conduct experiments using sound scientific methods to verify or reject hypotheses.
Run manual and automated assays, including ELISA and Western Blot, to produce reliable and precise data.
Document procedures, observations, and results.
Communicate experiment and assay results to others.
Set up, maintain, and clean laboratory instruments and equipment.
When time permits, assist Validation Specialists and support the kit assembly process.