Laboratory Technician

Technicians support laboratory analysts and the rest of the teams by performing support tasks, processing samples, assisting in reporting, and eventually analyzing samples under the guidance of an analyst or team lead and can function as a “junior” analyst at the highest tier. Technicians typically support two laboratory teams depending on scheduling as needed but may specialize in a specific team. Teams requiring technician support currently include Culture and Molecular Microbiology.

Required Qualifications:

• Associates Degree in a biological science field with applicable laboratory experience
• Proficient in MS Office Suite
• Ability to work in a team environment
• Attention to detail
• Technology savvy
• Show initiative
• Time-Management

Preferred:

• Bachelors Degree in a Biological science field
• Academic or Commercial microbiology laboratory experience
• Knowledge of ISO 17025 accreditation standards and Quality Assurance practices
• Familiarity with USP <797> standards
• Familiarity with DNA Methods
• Familiarity with CDC Elite Legionella Testing
• Familiarity with PCR and qPCR practices
• Familiarity with Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS)

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $15.00 - $19.00 per hour

Expected hours: 20 – 25 per week

Schedule:

• Day shift

Ability to Commute:

• Oak Ridge, TN 37830 (Preferred)

Ability to Relocate:

• Oak Ridge, TN 37830: Relocate before starting work (Preferred)

Work Location: In person