Inside Research Worker

Spectraforce Technologies, Inc.; Johnston (IA); On-site; USD 2,066,000 - 2,755,000; Full time

Job summary

Spectraforce Technologies, Inc. is seeking a Lab Assistant to support the Trait Transient Assay team. The candidate will perform general lab operations, assist with experimental execution, and help maintain facilities and equipment.

The role emphasizes safety, teamwork, and precise data recording. Ideal for new graduates with lab experience who can work 40 hours per week in Johnston, IA.

Qualifications

• Associates degree required; new graduates encouraged to apply.
• Experience in a laboratory setting is beneficial.
• Ability to follow directions and document results accurately.
• Commitment to safety and quality in a lab environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform general laboratory operations and support experimental execution.
• Work both independently and as part of a team.
• Maintain lab facilities and equipment to standard.
• Assist in plant assays including sampling and culture maintenance.
• Operate in Growth Chambers to care for plants and analyze samples.
• Record results with attention to detail and sterile technique.

Skills

Laboratory skills

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Safety conscious

Education

Associate's degree

Job description

Job Title

Inside Research Worker

Duration

6 Months

Location

Johnston, IA 50131

Shift/Schedule

• Monday - Friday, 8am -5pm (40 hrs/wk) - no overtime available

Lab Assistant

The Trait Transient Assay (TTA) team is responsible for developing and optimizing various assay platforms to identify and characterize hits, actives, leads, and construct performance.

As part of the Assay Development and Characterization team, the Lab Assistant will perform general laboratory operations tasks and provide support with experimental execution, at the direction of laboratory and/or project leads.

Responsibilities and tasks may include

• Commitment to excellent safety and risk management practices.
• Ability to work both independently and part of a team.
• Attention to detail and ability to stay focused while performing repetitive tasks
• Maintaining laboratory facilities and equipment in accordance with laboratory standards.
• Assist in plant assays including sampling, bacterial culture maintenance, and plant care
• Working in controlled environments (Growth Chambers) to perform various plant care tasks
• Utilize lab instruments to analyze samples and record results with attention to detail
• Perform lab duties with regard to sterile technique
• Standard lab cleaning procedures
• Plasmid isolations
• Analyze and report data associated with conducted assays
• Clear communication and strong ability to work efficiency or something along those lines
• Ability to stand for long periods of time and perform physical tasks

Education and Experience

• Associate's (2-yr) required.
• New graduates with experience in a laboratory setting are encouraged to apply.