Lab Technician

STgenetics; Navasota (TX); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

STgenetics is seeking a Lab Technician to support livestock reproductive solutions through advanced laboratory techniques. This role involves operating sorting units, maintaining sterility, and training others in the lab. Candidates should have a high school diploma, relevant experience, and proficiency in Microsoft applications.

Qualifications

• 2+ years’ related experience or equivalent education.
• Ability to work any shift, including evenings and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain sorters and lab computers for data entry.
• Participate in daily production of sexed semen with emphasis on sterility.
• Use sterile techniques to avoid contamination.

Skills

Attention to detail

Sterile techniques

Data entry

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Bachelor’s Degree

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Access

Job description

At STgenetics, we are revolutionizing the future of agriculture and animal genetics through cutting-edge technology, innovation, and a deep commitment to excellence. As the global leader in livestock reproductive solutions, we empower our team to push boundaries and make meaningful contributions to an industry that feeds the world. When you join STgenetics, you become part of a forward-thinking organization where innovation rules and your unique talents are not only valued but celebrated. We foster growth and offer global opportunities to shape the future of genetics. If you’re ready to make an impact, grow your career, and work with a passionate team dedicated to pioneering genetic advancements, we invite you to be part of our journey.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Lab Technician will utilize a solid foundation of basic laboratory techniques and experience, such as flow cytometry and sperm physiology. Under the supervision of the Lab Manager, the Lab Technician will learn how to operate several sorting units at one time. The Lab Technician will provide training to other individuals who may be assigned to the laboratory on a regular or temporary basis. The Lab Technician may be assigned independent projects and may also participate in the creation of special projects.

This position has multiple shifts that include daytime and night. *There will be a pay differential provided for the evening shifts.

RESPONSIBILITIES / DUTIES

• Arrive on time for all scheduled shifts and communicate with all team members in a professional manner.
• Operate and maintain sorters and lab computers for data entry.
• Participate in daily production of sexed semen with emphasis on sterility and semen quality.
• Perform daily job duties to include sorter startup, calibration, sort setup and shutdown. In addition, sorter cleaning, sterilization and bacterial testing.
• Use sterile techniques at all times to avoid contaminating any laboratory areas, samples or instrumentation.
• Use various software applications, such as spreadsheets, relational databases, email, internet, statistical packages, and graphics packages to assemble, manipulate and/or format data and/or test reports.
• Use and comply with universal safety precautions to protect self and co-workers from biohazardous materials.
• Exhibit proper handling of potentially hazardous chemical and biological agents and/or radiation sources in the workplace.
• Monitor inventory levels and proper storage of materials and supplies in accordance with established policies and procedures.
• Keep current on knowledge of vendors and suppliers of materials specific to the laboratory requirements.

EDUCATION / QUALIFICATIONS

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Bachelor’s Degree preferred
• 2+ years’ related experience or equivalent education
• Strong attention to detail.
• Ability to work any shift; including evenings, nights and weekends.
• Proficient knowledge in Microsoft Excel, Word, Access

STgenetics is an Affirmative Action EEO employer
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified candidates will receive consideration for all positions without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.

STgenetics is not currently accepting unsolicited resumes from search firms. Regardless of past practice, all resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at STgenetics via-email, the Internet or directly to hiring managers at STgenetics in any form without a valid written agreement in place for that specific position will be deemed the sole property of STgenetics. As a result, no fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by STgenetics.