Lab Services Technician

LGC Group; Town of Middleton (WI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

401(k) with matching

Flexible work options

PTO starting immediately

Employee assistance program

Job summary

LGC Group is seeking a Lab Services Technician to join our Genomics facilities team in the United States. You will process client samples for DNA sequencing, prepare libraries, and support the Lab Services group with precise lab operations.

The role requires an associate degree in a science field, experience with nucleic acid extraction and PCR, and the ability to work with automated lab equipment. We offer a strong benefits package and opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or equivalent in a scientific field is required.
• Ability to handle a pipettor and basic lab equipment accurately.
• Experience in extraction and quantification of nucleic acids and PCR.
• Reliable attendance and performance track record.
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Receive, label, and store client samples as per SOPs and work instructions.
• Prepare tissue samples for extraction and quantify DNA per SOPs.
• Independently build NGS libraries from client DNA with mentorship.
• Operate automated lab equipment safely and accurately.
• Prepare buffers and solutions for lab use.
• Dispose of waste following established protocols.
• Update IT systems to track work and client samples accurately.
• Collaborate with Lab Services team and others across the organization.
• Assess sample quality and determine actions with management.
• Contribute to a safe, clean lab environment and maintain labware.

Skills

Pipettor handling

Nucleic acids extraction

PCR techniques

Reliability/attendance

Education

Associate degree in science

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Tools

Automated lab equipment

Job description

Job Description

The Lab Services Technician at LGC provides an outstanding opportunity to join a top-tier team committed to advancing scientific research. You will have a key role in processing and preparing client samples for , sequencing and providing flawless operational support for the Lab Services team at our innovative facility. This role is ideal for individuals with ambition and a desire to contribute to groundbreaking research in genomics.

• Receive, label, and store client samples strictly according to SOPs and work instructions
• Prepare client tissue samples for extraction, effectively extract and quantify DNA following applicable SOPs
• Independently build next-generation sequencing (NGS) libraries from client DNA using designated mentorship and methodology
• Safely, accurately, and efficiently use automated laboratory equipment to make measurements and build reactions
• Prepare buffers and solutions for use by all lab personnel
• Remove and dispose of liquid and solid waste following established protocols
• Accurately update relevant IT systems to ensure flawless tracking of work and client samples
• Collaborate optimally and expertly with colleagues within and outside the Lab Services team
• Assess sample quality and identify variances out of specification, determining course of action with direct management
• Contribute to an effective, safe, and clean lab environment through various support activities
• Clean and maintain labware as needed

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• Associate degree or equivalent experience in a scientific field of study (e.g. biology, chemistry, physics) is required.
• Proven ability to handle a pipettor and basic lab equipment accurately in a lab setting.
• Reliable work attendance and performance track record.
• Experience in the extraction and quantification of nucleic acids, PCR, or other molecular biological methods.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience

Additional Information

What we offer (US based-employees)

• Competitive compensation with strong bonus program
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits for employees and dependents
• FSA/HSA Pre-tax savings plans for health care, childcare, and elder care
• Deductible Buffer Insurance and Critical Illness Insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan with matching employer contribution
• Company-paid short- and long- term disability, life insurance, and employee assistance program
• Flexible work options
• Pet Insurance for our furry friends
• Enhanced Parental leave of 8 additional weeks
• PTO that begins immediately
• Town Hall monthly meeting onsite/virtual, Cheer program where employees are recognized for outstanding work, Company wide social events, frequent catered lunches and much more!

LGC strongly believes that every job applicant and employee should be valued for their individual talents regardless of age, disability, race, color, ethnic or national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marital or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, religion, or belief. Short listing, interviewing and selection will always be carried out without regard to gender, sexual orientation, marital status, color, race, nationality, ethnic or national origins, religion or belief, age, or trade union membership.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.