Genotyping Lab Technician - Entry Level Support

Harvestaff; Ankeny (IA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 32,000; Part time

Job summary

HarveStaff LLC in Ankeny, IA seeks an Entry Level Laboratory Technician for contract work starting October 5, 2026. The role supports daily lab operations, handles samples, maintains inventory, and prepares buffers and reagents in a compliant, safe environment.

The position requires attention to safety, strong organization, and the ability to manage multiple priorities while collaborating with cross-functional teams across manufacturing and research.

Qualifications

• Laboratory-related education, training, or experience preferred.
• Training in laboratory safety, SOPs, and equipment operation is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Support daily laboratory operations, including general housekeeping, organization, and cleanliness of the workspace.
• Receive, label, and organize incoming samples.
• Maintain adequate laboratory glassware and supply inventory.
• Prepare buffers and reagents as needed.
• Operate and troubleshoot equipment used for genotyping production.
• Review and archive task-related documents.
• Follow Employee Safety and Health (ESH) guidelines, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), and workflow requirements.
• Maintain a safe and orderly laboratory environment.
• Manage multiple tasks and priorities effectively.
• Work with multiple supervisors and collaborate with manufacturing and research personnel.

Skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Multitasking

Attention to detail

Equipment operation

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

Laboratory-related education

Tools

SOPs

Job description

HarveStaff LLC in Ankeny, IA seeks an Entry Level Laboratory Technician for contract work starting October 5, 2026. The role supports daily lab operations, handles samples, maintains inventory, and prepares buffers and reagents in a compliant, safe environment.

The position requires attention to safety, strong organization, and the ability to manage multiple priorities while collaborating with cross-functional teams across manufacturing and research.