Lab Tech - II

The Laboratory Technician is responsible for maintaining laboratory operations, preparing essential reagents and materials, and ensuring accurate data review and calculation. This role requires a strong foundational knowledge of good laboratory techniques, excellent documentation skills, and the ability to troubleshoot beyond standard defined actions.

Key Responsibilities

• Lab Operations & Maintenance: Maintain reagents, supplies, and calibrated equipment; ensure the overall cleanliness and safety of the laboratory environment; utilize autoclaves efficiently.
• Reagent Preparation & Testing: Prepare essential reagents and materials required for daily testing and experimental procedures.
• Data Management & Compliance: Review analytical data, calculate results accurately, and adhere strictly to Good Documentation Practices (GDP).
• Quality & Documentation: Write Laboratory Investigations as needed, and revise pre-existing Standard Methods and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Training & Collaboration: Train team members on laboratory methods and procedures; communicate schedules, test statuses, and concerns clearly and accurately.

Technical & Professional Skills

• Proficiency in foundational laboratory techniques (including accurate pipetting and weighing).
• Strong troubleshooting and analytical problem-solving skills beyond basic method-defined actions.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Familiarity with standard laboratory equipment, including autoclaves.

Qualifications & Requirements
Education & Experience

• Required: High School Diploma or equivalent with a minimum of three (3) years of laboratory experience.
• Preferred: Bachelor’s degree in a scientific discipline.

Physical & Environmental Working Conditions

• Work Environment: Ability to perform in both indoor and outdoor settings, which includes navigating varying temperatures and entering coolers and freezers.
• Physical Demands: The majority of the shift is spent standing, walking, pushing, pulling, and lifting. Must be able to regularly lift up to 50 lbs.
• Personal Protective Equipment (PPE): Must strictly adhere to the company Safety Policy and wear required PPE, which may include safety glasses, safety shoes, liquid nitrogen (LN) gear, face shields, aprons, and gloves.