Laboratory Technician

Responsibilities

• Conduct chemical and physical laboratory tests to assist scientists in making qualitative and quantitative analyses of solids, liquids, and gaseous materials.
• Optimize lab procedures and produce reliable and important results that contribute to product development, quality control, and environmental standards.
• Handle sensitive equipment to analyze samples or substances and report findings to a laboratory manager.
• Receive, label, and analyze samples (blood, toxic, tissue, etc.), design and execute laboratory testing according to standard procedures, make observations, and interpret findings.
• Conduct experiments under defined conditions to verify/reject various types of hypotheses using refined scientific methods.
• Organize and store all chemicals, substances, fluids, and compressed gases according to safety instructions.
• Record all data and results in specified forms (paper and electronic) with accuracy and responsibility.
• Maintain equipment and assist in ordering laboratory supplies.
• Ensure that all safety guidelines are followed strictly at all times and maintain a clean and orderly environment.

  Requirements

  • Degree in related discipline (Chemistry, Biology, etc.) and/or equivalent work experience.
  • Knowledge of complex laboratory techniques, equipment, terminology, materials, and substances.
  • Skilled in the use of laboratory equipment, able to create and analyze statistical calculations, and prepare reports.
  • Excellent communication and coordination skills.
  • An analytical mindset.
  • Proactive problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
  • Able to follow scientific laboratory Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
  • Aseptic Sampling System One certification.

  Benefits

  • Health and welfare benefits coverage options including medical, dental, vision, spending accounts, life insurance, voluntary plans, and participation in a 401(k) plan.
  • Equal Opportunity Employer.

  Pay

  $19.80/hr

  Schedule

  Onsite M-F normal business hours

  Qualifications

  Not specified

  Skills

  Not specified