Full-Time Botany Lab Technician: Growth in Nutraceuticals

Somafina; Layton (UT); On-site; USD 29,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Somafina, located in Layton, UT, is hiring a Botany Laboratory Technician for a full-time role. The candidate will receive, label, and analyze samples in the Identification Laboratory, conduct standard lab tests, and interpret findings in a fast-paced nutraceutical manufacturing setting.

Required are a degree in Botany/Biology or related field, TLC and PCR experience, and GMP/GLP knowledge. Ability to work autonomously, maintain safety, and use MS Office is essential.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a lab technician or in a relevant position.
• Experience in TLC and PCR methodology.
• Experience operating laboratory equipment and handling potentially dangerous substances (flammable liquids, infectious bacteria, biohazards, etc.).
• In-depth knowledge of GMP/GLP and laboratory best practices.
• Excellent physical condition and endurance.
• Working knowledge of MS Office (especially Excel) and database systems.
• Ability to work autonomously and under pressure.
• Valid laboratory technician license.
• English proficiency required.

Responsibilities

• Receives, labels, and analyzes samples submitted to the Identification Laboratory.
• Executes laboratory testing according to standard procedures, makes observations, and interprets findings.
• Conducts experiments under defined conditions to verify or reject various types of hypotheses using refined scientific methods.
• Organizes and stores all chemical substances, fluids, and compressed gases according to safety instructions.
• Records all data and results in specified forms (paper and electronic) with accuracy and responsibility.
• Maintains equipment and assists in ordering laboratory supplies.
• Ensures that all safety guidelines are followed strictly at all times and maintains a clean and orderly environment.

Skills

Autonomous work

Detail-oriented

Data analysis

MS Office proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in Botany, Biology, or relevant field

Tools

Thin Layer Chromatography (TLC)

PCR

Laboratory equipment handling

MS Office

Job description

Somafina, located in Layton, UT, is hiring a Botany Laboratory Technician for a full-time role. The candidate will receive, label, and analyze samples in the Identification Laboratory, conduct standard lab tests, and interpret findings in a fast-paced nutraceutical manufacturing setting.

Required are a degree in Botany/Biology or related field, TLC and PCR experience, and GMP/GLP knowledge. Ability to work autonomously, maintain safety, and use MS Office is essential.