Lab Technician

Laboratory Technician

Position Summary

The Laboratory Technician is responsible to weigh, measure, pipette, and check raw materials to ensure that manufacturing reagents contain the proper ingredients and meet quality standards. Their primary responsibility will be to formulate reagents. They will have a knowledge of commonly used concepts, practices, and procedures including PCR, RT-PCR real time PCR, and use of fluorescence based nucleic acid detection techniques. The lab technician is also responsible for performing a wide variety of laboratory tasks and production processes including operation of HPLCs, DNA Synthesizers, LC/MS, liquid handling robots, and UV/Vis Spectrometry.

The Laboratory Technician will work in a clean room environment preparing reagents for use in medical diagnostic devices. Appropriate use of PPE is a requirement to perform routine duties. Key skills required:

•       Demonstrated proficiency in math, specifically unit conversions.

•      Good oral/written communication.

•       Pipetting/liquid handling of multiple volumes and equipment.

•       Execution of repetitive tasks, and maintenance of a high level of consistency over time.

•       Ability to perform work according to written guidelines and pre-established instructions and procedures.

•       Ability to stand or sit for 2+ hours at a time during a 9-hour shift.

Education and Experience

Minimum: Actively enrolled in 2-year degree in science field with 1+ years scientific/laboratory experience. High school diploma required.

Preferred but not required experience:

•       Experience in a medical device production environment.

•       Knowledge of FDA and/or GMP regulations.

•       Associates degree in a scientific field or equivalent. 2+ scientific/laboratory experience. 1+ years cGMP. Bachelor's degree/4-year program with an emphasis on biological science.

Benefits:

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• 401k - company match of 5% regardless of participation and up to a total of 9.5% company match if contributing
• 4 Weeks of PTO
• 9 Paid Holidays
• Paid Winter Break from the work week between December 24 thru December 31
• Participation in Company's Wellness Program (discounted medical premiums)
• Multiple Company Sponsored Events Each Year (catered breakfast/lunch, holiday parties, snacks)
• Stimulating work environment
• Convenient location near I-15 and Trax Station
• Free Parking

Our EEO Policy

BioFire Defense is an equal opportunity employer (M/F/D/V). We recruit, employ, train, compensate, and promote without regard to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law. BioFire Defense complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.