R&D Lab Technologist

Position Summary

The Laboratory Technologist – R&D will be responsible for supporting laboratory staff and assisting in projects related to research and development. The Laboratory Technologist – R&D will perform laboratory procedures from a wide range of biological samples and report results in a clear/organized fashion to managers.

Responsibilities List

• Handle incoming samples for accessioning, organizing, storing, and processing
• Process biological samples through DNA/RNA extraction, PCR, and Next-Generation Sequencing (NGS) library prep
• Support Manager with laboratory activities and operation
• Maintain department inventory, storage and supplies usage
• Assist in SOP development
• Conduct background research in new technologies and procedures
• Develop assays for validation and troubleshoot as necessary
• Establish, execute, review and evaluate laboratory procedures and policies and procedures for operating functions of laboratory
• Perform activities to fulfill report requirements and record retention as established by accrediting agencies
• Resolve administrative and technical problems
• Interpret data and results and communicate results to managers
• Adhere to quality management system and laboratory SOPs
• Maintain laboratory in a clean, functional state, as well as cleaning, performing or scheduling equipment and instrument maintenance/calibration/certification, as required
• Other duties as required

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in life science or related discipline and one year of laboratory experience

Knowledge and Skills

• Understanding of aseptic technique with focus on pipetting (lab etiquette)
• Effective data trending, document control, and technical bench skills
• Sample accessioning, tracking, and storage experience
• Microbiology experience/knowledge
• BLS2 working experience
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent organizational skills
• Experience with nucleic acid isolation (DNA/RNA) of various sample types, PCR, library preparation for Next-Generation Sequencing, running Next-Generation sequencers, RT-PCR or qPCR (Preferred)
• Working in a regulated environment (CLIA, GLP, GMP, etc.) (Preferred)
• Experience with setting up and running laboratory automation equipment (Preferred)

Physical Requirements

• Physical stamina as you will often spend hours on your feet performing various tests
• Ability to carry up to 50 pounds