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Acro Service Corp lists this Laboratory Technician opportunity in johnston, Iowa. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
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Position Title: Laboratory Technician
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Job Description:
This is a lab-based position which requires the ability to work efficiently both independently as well as in a team environment to deliver high quality scientific results on time. You will apply state-of-the-art molecular biology techniques in support of a quantitative high throughput next generation sequencing (NGS) and/or qPCR pipeline and complete accurate and thorough data analyses of results. In addition, you will participate in continuous improvement efforts of established methods to increase the efficiency and efficacy of molecular processes.
Responsibilities – What You'll Do:
• Follow the direction of supervisor(s) and maintain a reliable molecular screening pipeline that fills critical R&D (Research & Development) goals to support the discovery, characterization, and development of genome editing applications.
• Participate in new technology development or process improvement studies – activities include experimental plan, testing of hypothesis, making observations, data collection and analysis
• Comply with company safety policies, protocols, and procedures, and ensure a safe working environment for self and team members
• Collaborate across multifunctional teams to share results and new insights
• Provide technical support and conduct experiments with a respectful, collaborative, and positive team spirit
• Provide summaries and reports to supervisors
Qualifications – What You'll Bring:
• Associate’s degree or Bachelor's degree in a relevant field, such as molecular biology, microbiology, biochemistry, biology, or any biological discipline requiring lab work
• Previous lab work experience in DNA/RNA isolation, NGS, or qPCR, is preferred. Analyses with gene editing experiment data is a plus.
• Must be proficient with Microsoft Office software, and experience in databases and/or LIMS (Laboratory Information Management System) systems is a plus.
• Proven ability to maintain complete, accurate and timely records of experimental data and procedures.
• This job also requires excellent communication skills, both oral and written. xhqgsiq
• Willingness to support a high-quality laboratory environment through custodianship of equipment and strict adherence to lab safety practices.
• Ability to function both independently and as a respectful team member
Worksite address
johnston, IA, 50131, US
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