Laboratory Technician I, Prep, M-F 10 AM - 6:30PM EST

About the role

Position Title: Laboratory Technician I
Location: South Plainfield, NJ
Shift: M-F 10am – 6:30pm EST

How You’ll Make An Impact

The Laboratory Technician I is an entry-level role in our Molecular Biology Team responsible for processing Plasmid DNA Prep orders for internal and external customers. Laboratory Technicians will perform Plasmid DNA production/isolation procedures, perform QC workflows, and package orders for shipment to customers.

Responsibilities

• Work within team for daily DNA preparation – including handling bacteria cultures, agar plates, and sterile DNA material, prepping at all scales.
• Receive and sort incoming orders using established workflows.
• Independently operate laboratory equipment including but not limited to pipettes, gel electrophoresis equipment including gel imager, centrifuges, autoclaves, shakers, and spectrophotometers.
• Ability to use internal documentation systems (LabUI) in detail.
• Package and ship final products to customers.
• Preparation of in-lab reagents & other similar duties as assigned.
• Extended periods of time standing or sitting, operating lab computers and equipment while wearing a lab coat, safety glasses, and gloves.
• Training previous levels as needed.
• Perform other molecular biology protocols as assigned – Transformations, overnight cultures, sterility procedures for sample verification.
• Manage inventory and replenish consumable supplies.
• Maintain laboratory cleanliness & aseptic techniques for all in-house materials.
• Document and track daily reagent generation, materials generated for other departments, log monthly safety checks for eye wash etc.
• Perform routine maintenance on lab equipment.
• Follow SOPs accurately and precisely.
• Prepare supplies including but not limited to bacterial media, agar plates, flasks, buffers, antibiotic solutions, etc.
• Other duties as assigned.

What You Will Need

• High School Diploma required and A.S. Degree or B.S. degree preferred.
• 1+ years of any work experience required, but 1+ years of hands-on lab work experience preferred.
• Previous experience using pipettes, cleaning dishware, sterilization/autoclave, vacuum filtration, pH meter is preferred.
• Competent in Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, Word, Teams, etc.).

Physical Demands / Work Environment

• Able to bend & lift +35 lbs.
• Able to stand for extended periods of time.
• Able to wear PPE including but not limited to: Lab Coats, Safety glasses, Face covering, gloves for extended period of time.
• Comfortable working with various chemicals.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Strong recordkeeping skills.
• Review & follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOP).
• Strong attention to detail.
• Must be able to work in a team environment.
• Desire to learn new processes and support a growing team.
• Experience and/or desire to work in a fast-paced laboratory environment.
• Experience with basic laboratory equipment including but not limited to micropipettes, beakers, balances, serological pipettes etc.

Pay

United States Base Compensation: $16.50 – $20.50 per hour. The posted pay range is an estimate based on current market data and internal pay structure. Final compensation may vary above or below this range depending on factors such as experience, education (including licensure and certifications), qualifications, performance, and geographic location, among other relevant business or organizational needs.