Lab Automation

Location: 26 Davis Drive, Morrisville, NC

Pay rate range is between $20 - $22/hr
Duration: 12 Months

On-site position
Shift: 40hrs per week / 6am - 2:30pm or 10am to 6:30pm or in between depending on the workload (flexibility is needed). 8hrs per day.
Backgorund check and drug test only

This role is in a high throughput DNA/protein based service lab focused on field crops and is not research or experiment focused. Ideal candidates enjoy working in a team oriented routine service lab performing predictable repetitive work and are familiar with liquid handling systems.

The Lab Automation Technician will perform repetitive, high throughput DNA testing lab that processes over 400K cotton and soybean samples annually. Will follow a pre-established process carefully while operating high throughput laboratory automation to complete DNA extractions from multiple crop species in a specified timeframe and consistent with internal quality standards. All work will be assigned by team supervisors and completed by the Lab Technician using a lab information system (LIMS). The Lab Automation Technician may assist senior analysts in downstream analysis processes including using fluorescence-based PCR for GM technology confirmation and zygosity determination. Prior experience and comfort working in a high throughput lab environment performing repetitive routine work is preferred. Knowledge or interest in Lab Automation, plant genetics, and lab information management systems is a plus. This position will report to the Crop Analytics lab manager and is located in RTP at the 2 TW site.
Qualifications/Experience
Bachelor's degree in Molecular Biology or Genetics plus two or more years relevant laboratory experience.
Experience in a high throughput (?200K samples/year) testing lab generating routine analytical data.
Ability to initiate and complete analytical testing according to applicable work instructions within a defined timeline and compliant with QMS guidelines.
Knowledge and understanding of the technical aspects of DNA isolation and fluorescence-based PCR.
Strong critical thinking skills and attention to detail.
Experience with laboratory automation, liquid handling, and software systems such as LIMS.
Proactive communication on progress of assigned projects
Ability to interact positively and proactively with team members
Previous experience with plants or agricultural crops preferred, but not required
Computer skills including Windows 7, SharePoint and MS Office, especially Word and Excel.
This is not a research position. This person will run an automated process that has already been established.