Lab Technician (Entry) – 3rd Shift

Location: Ankeny, IA

Contract Duration: 4 months

Openings: 2 positions

Pay Rate:

• Pay Rate: $20–21/hr. DOE

Shift Details

This position is on 3rd shift in the Genotyping Lab:

Monday – Friday, 1:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.

Position Overview

The ideal individual will support daily activities in the laboratory by leading general operations, housekeeping, orderliness, and cleanliness of the workspace.

Key Responsibilities

• Support general lab operations, including housekeeping and maintaining a clean, orderly workspace
• Receive and label incoming samples
• Maintain and receive sufficient labware inventory
• Prepare buffers and reagents
• Troubleshoot and operate equipment needed for genotyping production
• Review and archive task-related documents

Required Skills & Expectations

• Understanding and adherence to Employee Safety and Health (ESH) guidelines
• Ability to follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and workflow guidelines
• Commitment to maintaining a safe work environment
• Ability to manage multiple tasks effectively
• Comfortable working with more than one supervisor
• Ability to interface with manufacturing and research personnel