Laboratory Technician

Job purpose

Reporting to the Laboratory Director, Laboratory Testing Technicians prepare samples of plant, concentrate, and edible products for analysis. Lab work involves measuring and tracking samples, preparing sample dilutions, completing logs, maintaining hygienic lab conditions including washing labware. Technicians may also be required to interpret analytical data, prepare and review reports, work with the Laboratory Director to perform experiments and method validations. The lab technician will use software systems including Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS), as well as office tools.

Duties and responsibilities
Sample Intake:

• Receive samples and confirm appropriate receipt conditions
• Enter the samples into the LIMS
• Complete all necessary intake documentation

Sample Preparation for Analysis:
The technician prepares samples in accordance with the associated method SOPs. The following are tasks necessary for sample preparation:

• Homogenizations
• Weighing
• Extractions
• Dilutions

Daily Opening Procedures:

• Temperature logs for refrigerators, freezers, and incubators (as applicable)
• Scale calibration verifications
• Stocking consumables
• Cleaning labware
• General tidiness throughout the lab space

For more advanced technicians, the following may be included in their daily tasks:

• Sample Analysis using HPLC, GC, GC/MS, etc.
• Sample Reporting
• Manage inventory and ordering of materials
• Occasional travel may be required
• Other laboratory quality management tasks

This Job Description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years of age
• Bachelor's degree in one of the chemical or biological sciences preferred
• At least 2 years of college coursework from an accredited college or university and at least one year of full-time, non-education related practical experience performing analytical scientific testing in an accredited lab preferred
• Excellent time management skills with ability to multi-task, effectively manage changing priorities and remain calm under pressure
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong organizational and planning skills
• Ability to demonstrate teamwork and collaborate effectively on projects and tasks with supervisor and co-workers
• Excellent problem solving and critical thinking skills with demonstrated ability to gather information and develop solutions
• Demonstrate responsibility, accountability, and dependability toward assigned tasks and duties
• Ability to demonstrate professional, positive attitude toward assigned tasks, projects and colleagues
• Experience working in a heavily regulated industry preferred;
• Accredited laboratory environment requires strict adherence to safety and Quality Assurance protocols.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite required

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $16.00 - $18.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Education:

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

Experience:

• Research & Development Laboratory Technicians: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: One location