Lab Monitoring Technician I

Aviagen; Elkmont (AL); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Aviagen in Elkmont, Alabama is seeking a Laboratory Support Technician to assist with genomic lab testing and sample collection. You will ensure sample integrity, manage DNA supplies, and prepare shipments under the supervision of lab management.

Responsibilities include performing routine tests, maintaining hygiene, and adhering to biosecurity and safety policies. The role requires a high school diploma, tech comfort, and reliable communication via multiple channels.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required.
• Ability to operate technology and equipment.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States.

Responsibilities

• Obtain blood samples and prepare files for genomic lab testing.
• Ensure the accuracy of samples for parental assignment.
• Assist with sample collection within the biosecurity matrix.
• Maintain sufficient inventory of DNA supplies to prevent delays.
• Prepare and pack samples for shipment.
• Perform routine departmental tests as directed by lab management.
• Responsible for quality of work and product produced.
• Maintain laboratory and pen hygiene.
• Follow policies on bio-security, animal welfare, safety, ISO, drug, and alcohol policy.
• Take on special projects and perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Tech-savvy

Communication skills

Written communication

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Job Description:

Responsibilities:

• Obtain blood samples and prepare associated files for genomic lab testing
• Ensure the accuracy of samples taken for parental assignment
• Assist with sample collection while remaining within the biosecurity matrix
• Maintain sufficient inventory of DNA supplies to prevent work delays
• Prepare and pack samples for shipment
• Perform all routine departmental tests as directed by lab management
• Responsible for the quality of work performed as well as the quality of the product produced
• Maintain laboratory and pen hygiene
• Follow company policy and meet established procedures regarding bio-security, animal welfare, safety, ISO, drug, and alcohol policy
• Take on special projects and perform all other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• High school diploma required
• Comfortable with the use of technology
• Ability to communicate orally, written, and via email
• Must possess the ability to apply common sense understanding to accomplish daily and weekly goals as well as deal with changing testing needs requested by supervisors
• Must be authorized to work in the United States of America
• Must successfully pass a background check and drug-screen prior to employment
• Must possess a valid driver’s license

Other Conditions:

• Candidate must be comfortable handling farm samples while maintaining sample integrity and lab safety
• Candidate should have the ability to remain cognizant of surroundings, task at hand, aberrant results, potential contamination, and general data collecting practices
• For bio-security purposes, candidate cannot own or house any wild or domesticated avian species
• Candidate must adhere to a strict 72-hour quarantine period after contact with non-Hubbard avian species
• Many tasks performed in this role may require repetitive bending, lifting, kneeling, standing, walking, and contact with live animals