The biochemistry laboratory technician will perform laboratory activities and collaborate across functional groups to deliver high-quality data and documentation. This role will support the High Containment Chemistry division's BRC Chemistry Operations functional group, specifically in biochemistry and chemistry activities, and will require working in dynamic environments. The Laboratory Technician is responsible for assisting senior staff and lead technicians with many aspects of the study, including benchwork, document preparation, laboratory cleaning and maintenance, and quality control/technical document reviews.
Principal responsibilities are to:
• Perform basic chemistry and biochemistry laboratory procedures under the supervision of senior staff;
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of laboratory spaces, including workbenches, equipment, glassware, pipettes, storage areas, and similar laboratory needs;
• Dispose of chemical waste and hazardous materials according to safety protocols and regulations;
• Cleaning laboratory glassware following documented procedures;
• Monitor inventory levels of laboratory supplies and reagents and assist in ordering and restocking as needed;
• Support sample preparation activities, including labeling, sorting, and organizing samples for analysis;
• Adhere to laboratory safety procedures and protocols to ensure a safe working environment;
• Participate in safety training and contribute to maintaining a culture of safety within the laboratory;
• Maintain accurate records of laboratory activities, including equipment maintenance logs and inventory records;
• Performing other lab duties as needed.
THE FOLLOWING REQUIREMENTS MUST BE MET TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS POSITION:
• Associate's degree in biochemistry, molecular biology, chemistry, microbiology, or similar science with at least 1 year of courses in chemistry and associated laboratories and 1 year of coursework in biology and associated laboratories;
• 2 years of experience with benchwork in a chemistry or biochemistry laboratory, experience gained during upper division coursework can be included in this experience requirement;
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to simultaneously work on multiple studies;
• Excellent teamwork skills;
• Must be a US Citizen to perform duties of this role
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
Is this role onsite or remote? Onsite
What is the physical work location address? 1425 Plain City, WEST JEFFERSON, OH 43162
Is the candidate required to be a U.S. Citizen? Yes
Is a clearance required for this role? No
Top 3 criteria/must haves for the position? At least 2 years of experience working in chemistry or biochemistry labs; at least an associate's degree in chemistry, biochemistry, molecular biology, or microbiology; Experience maintaining accurate record keeping of laboratory activities and equipment maintenance
Are there any technologies that candidates absolutely have to have experience with? Pipetting
What will the interview process look like? The interview process will be an in-person interview with me, one research biochemist, and one biochemistry technician for those who are local and virtual by Teams for those not local.
Will you hire off of the phone or Skype if the candidate is not local but willing to relocate for the job? Yes
Why the positions are open? Growing the group to meet near-term contractual needs
Is this a temp to perm opportunity? Yes
Nesco Resource offers a comprehensive benefits package for our associates, which includes a MEC (Minimum Essential Coverage) plan that encompasses Medical, Vision, Dental, 401K, and EAP (Employee Assistance Program) services.
Nesco Resource provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
