Laboratory Technician Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• Requires extensive knowledge of laboratory functions, acquaintance with and general understanding of detailed aspects of lab equipment and processes.
• Basic understanding of molecular biology, including PCR and NGS (theory and application)
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Excellent verbal and written skills
• Communications skills to effectively work with a diverse group of individuals across all organization levels
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Time management and organizational skills
• Attention to detail and commitment to customer service
• Ability to work in a laboratory handling animal and zoonotic pathogens in a biosafety level 2 environment
• Ability to conduct experiments as directed
• Ability to read, write, comprehend, and follow verbal & written instructions in English
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. on occasion
• A.S. degree in a related field required, with at least 1 year of relevant work experience.

Nice To Haves

• B.S. degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Process incoming samples for testing.
• Extraction and preparation of diagnostic samples for PCR and/or qPCR.
• Process samples for Next-Generation Sequencing and perform downstream analysis.
• Accurately reports results in LIMS.
• Assists with other testing in the Diagnostic Lab as needed.
• Will also assist in the coordination and execution of departmental projects.
• Will provide support to other departments as needed.
• Has ability to follow SOPs in an efficient and accurate manner.
• Ability to troubleshoot and /or modify SOPs.
• Successfully and accurately communicate results to the supervisor.
• Maintain laboratory supplies and equipment.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Health Savings Account with company match
• 401K plan with company match
• Paid time off accrual
• Holiday pay
• Company Shutdown December 25 to December 31
• Short- and long-term disability
• Company paid life insurance
• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Health Savings Account with company contribution
• 401K plan with company match
• Paid time off accrual
• 9 Paid holidays
• Company paid shutdown consisting of 4 business days between December 25 and December 31
• Company paid short and long-term disability
• Company paid life insurance
• And many other voluntary benefits