Lab Technician- Gene Transfer Center

Job Description

Work closely in a team environment of 4 to 5 individuals to evaluate, process, package, and ship semen from our lab, boar stud, and isolation barn.

• Prepare semen collections for evaluation including accurate dilutions with a pipette.
• Operate an automatic dispensing station to properly dispense extender with ejaculates.
• Operate packaging machines including accurate data entry for dose label information and being able to lift and move the pools of semen.
• Mobility analysis of semen collected and inputting of data.
• Comply with all bio-security, safety, and animal welfare policies.

Requirements

• Frequent lifting or carrying of objects weighing up to 25 pounds.
• Must be able to push and pull up to 30 pounds.
• Must be able to stand and walk 8 hours every day.
• Exceptional organizational and communication skills.