Laboratory Technician
hunter recruitingBurlington, IA
Laboratory Technician
hunter recruitingBurlington, IA
3 days ago
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Research and Development in Biotechnology (except Nanobiotechnology)Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology)Medical LaboratoriesAbout the role
The Lab Technician supports a research team developing and evaluating novel plant breeding methods. With guidance from a supervisor, the successful candidate would support plant tissue culture research activities. This person will coordinate with various team members to accomplish such efforts.
Lab Technician Responsibilities:
Assist with creating, executing, and scoring results supporting research team needs, including but not limited to:
- Processing samples under sterile lab conditions
- Measuring, imaging, and analyzing experimental results
- Coordinating sampling and preparing of samples as needed
Execute plant tissue culture work including aspects of plant transformation, plant propagation, and conduct analytical assays of plant tissue samples as needed.
Work in and maintain a safe work environment; includes using aseptic, sterile techniques
Document experimental details with ability to analyze data and interpret results
Recording pertinent information in proprietary and standard software applications
Lab Technician Qualifications:
- Ideal candidate has an Associate or Bachelor's degree in the biological sciences, preferably with industry-related experience or equivalent amount of relevant education and experience.
- Plant transformation experience in classroom or industry setting is highly desirable
- Problem solving skills are required.
- Attention to detail and ability to stay focused while performing repetitive tasks is required
- Ability to work well with teams, as well as the ability to work independently is required
- Excellent written/verbal communication and organizational skills are required
- Self-motivated and goal-oriented person with excellent work ethics and time management.
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JOB OVERVIEW
Experience level
Junior
Location
Burlington, IA
Occupation
Biological Technicians
Industry
Research and Development in Biotechnology (except Nanobiotechnology)
Posted
3 days ago
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