Laboratory Technician I - Wastewater Epidemiology Lab

Eurofins USA Genomic Services

Laboratory Technician I - Wastewater Epidemiology Lab

Louisville, KY
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Job Description

    • Follow the laboratory's procedures for specimen handling, processing and maintaining records.
    • Adhere to the laboratory's safety protocols, quality control policies, and maintenance procedures. Document all quality control activities, instrument and procedural calibrations and maintenance performed.
    • Follow the laboratory's established policies and procedures whenever test systems are not within the laboratory's established acceptable levels of performance.
    • Identify problems that may adversely affect test performance or reporting of test results and either correct the problems or immediately notify the supervisor, manager or director
    • Document all corrective actions taken when test systems deviate from the laboratory's established performance specifications.
  • Qualifications

    Qualifications

    • High school degree, but preferred experience in the Chemistry, biology or related field, or experience working in manufacturing environment.
    • Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship

    ** The ideal candidate would possess:**

    • Strong scientific, organizational and computer skills, strong sense of personal accountability and responsibility
    • Excellent communication (oral and written) and attention to detail
    • Ability to work independently and as part of a team, self-motivation, adaptability, and a positive attitude
    • Minimum of at least one year of subsequent laboratory experience and/or training pertinent to position
    • PCR experience is highly desirable
    • Ability to learn new techniques, perform multiple tasks simultaneously, keep accurate records, follow instructions, and comply with company policies
    • Previous laboratory experience with molecular techniques (DNA extraction, PCR)
    • Proven troubleshooting skills
    • Good hand-eye coordination, must be able to pipette.

    Additional Information

    Schedule:

    • Tuesday-Saturday, 6:00am-2:30pm

    What we offer:

    • Excellent full time benefits including comprehensive medical coverage, dental, and vision options
    • Life and disability insurance
    • 401(k) with company match
    • Paid vacation and holidays

    Eurofins USA Genomic Services is a Disabled and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity employer.