Laboratory Technician

Position: Laboratory Technician

Benefits We Offer:

• 100% Medical, Dental & Vision Coverage for Employees
• Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
• 401K match up to 5%
• Educational Benefits for Career Growth
• Employee Referral Bonus
• Flexible Spending Accounts:
• Healthcare (FSA)
• Parking Reimbursement Account (PRK)
• Dependent Care Assistant Program (DCAP)
• Transportation Reimbursement Account (TRN)

Overall Position Summary and Objectives

This position will fill a critical laboratory position in the Center for Alzheimer's and Related Dementias. The contractor will further the mission of the research center to understand the biological mechanisms of Alzheimer's Disease and Alzheimer's Disease-related dementias.

Deliverables:

• Meet with lab members to present updates - Weekly

Work Details:

• Performs procedures related to sequencing research projects, including DNA extractions and sample shipments. 1
• Prepares samples for long-read and whole-genome sequencing 2
• Stores samples and maintains large sample databases in cloud storage systems 3
• Presents results to team in team meetings and to supervisor 4
• Ensure that supplies and consumables are ready and on hand as necessary for maximum efficiency in the laboratory. 5
• Plans, executes, and arranges laboratory experiments, new techniques and procedures; and performs laboratory techniques relating to scientific research.
• Operates laboratory machines and instruments; and prepares specimens and equipment for use.
• Performs sample management and storage.
• Analyzes, documents and reports on all procedures performed.
• Maintains inventory of laboratory supplies.
• Cleans and sterilizes instruments, glassware and equipment.
• Ensure that adequate clean inventory is available for immediate usage.
• Plan execute and arrange laboratory experiments, new techniques and procedures; and performs laboratory techniques relating to scientific research.
• Perform a variety of laboratory techniques and procedures.
• Maintains inventory of laboratory supplies and initiates purchase orders.
• Order and maintain laboratory supplies, reagents and equipment.
• Performs routine equipment maintenance.
• Assist in troubleshooting and calibrating various laboratory equipment and instruments.
• Plan execute and arrange laboratory experiments, new techniques and procedures; and performs laboratory techniques relating to scientific research.
• Perform experiments on samples according to protocols.
• Analyzes, documents and reports on all procedures performed and produces detailed reports for use by senior staff.
• Provide experimental progress updates on procedures performed in the laboratory.
• Performs advanced equipment maintenance.
• Assist in troubleshooting and calibrating various laboratory equipment and instruments.
• Trains staff in performing routine laboratory tests and procedures.
• Provide technical help and expertise to lab members.
• Provides insights and expertise and recommends new strategies and approaches.
• Evaluate new types of experimental approaches/analyses and recommend changes to protocols.

1, 2, 3, 4, 5represents priority rankings, where 1 is highest priority and 5 is lowest priority of those ranked

Minimum Education

Bachelor's degree required

Software

• MS Office

Skills

• DNA extraction plating
• Pipetting

Job Types: Full-time, Contract

Pay: $25.00 - $45.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Work Location: On the road