Evening Lab Technician: DNA Sequencing & SOPs

Azenta Life Sciences; SOUTH PLAINFIELD (NJ); On-site; USD 22,730 - 28,240; Full time

Job summary

Azenta Life Sciences is seeking a Laboratory Technician I, Sanger in South Plainfield, NJ. The role supports sequencing template preparation, sample handling, and communication with clients while following SOPs and safety protocols.

The position requires a High School Diploma, 1+ year lab experience or AAS-equivalent, and strong written and verbal communication. Training is provided; overtime and alternate shifts may be required. Located in South Plainfield, NJ, with shift 6:30pm - 3am EST.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required.
• AAS Degree or equivalent lab work experience preferred.
• 1+ years of lab work experience preferred.
• Excellent interpersonal skills; verbal and written are essential.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to safety protocols.
• Strictly follow SOPs and site trainer’s directions in training, sample handling, project processing, and documentation.
• Maintain the cleanliness of the work area.
• Sort incoming samples.
• Prepare sequencing template, including preparation, amplification and PCR purification.
• Perform labware washing, biohazardous/hazardous waste collection and packaging.
• Communicate with customers and other departments by email/phone in a friendly and professional manner.
• Assist in purifying sequencing templates and load samples onto sequencing machines.
• May need to work with automation platforms.
• May require working overtime, and/or weekends. Alternative shifts with advanced notice.

Skills

Detail orientation

Deadline driven

Fast learner

Team player

Education

High School Diploma

AAS Degree or equivalent lab work experience

1+ years lab work experience

Job description

Azenta Life Sciences is seeking a Laboratory Technician I, Sanger in South Plainfield, NJ. The role supports sequencing template preparation, sample handling, and communication with clients while following SOPs and safety protocols.

The position requires a High School Diploma, 1+ year lab experience or AAS-equivalent, and strong written and verbal communication. Training is provided; overtime and alternate shifts may be required. Located in South Plainfield, NJ, with shift 6:30pm - 3am EST.