Laboratory Technician

Dexian; Ankeny (IA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Dexian is seeking an entry-level laboratory technician to support daily genotyping operations on second shift. You will help maintain a clean workspace, assist with sample handling, equipment operation, and documentation review across processing, extraction, and detection.

This role offers hands-on experience in a high-tech lab, opportunities to rotate through areas, follow safety protocols, and grow technical skills while collaborating with supervisors and teams.

Qualifications

• Ability to follow safety and operational procedures accurately.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks efficiently.
• Good communication skills and ability to work effectively with various team members.
• Willingness to learn and adapt to different laboratory tasks and environments.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily laboratory operations to ensure a clean and organized workspace.
• Receive, organize, and track incoming samples.
• Maintain appropriate inventory levels of labware, buffers, and reagents.
• Troubleshoot and operate equipment used in genotyping production processes.
• Review, update, and maintain accurate documentation related to laboratory tasks.
• Rotate across different lab areas, including Chipping, Extraction, and Detection.
• Follow safety protocols, Standard Operating Procedures, and workflow guidelines.
• Support multiple tasks simultaneously and collaborate effectively with supervisors and other teams.
• Participate in training sessions, which may occur outside normal work hours.

Skills

Safety procedures

Organizational skills

Multitasking

Communication

Willingness to learn

Job description

This entry-level laboratory technician position offers an opportunity to support daily operations in a genotyping laboratory environment. Working on a second shift, you will assist in maintaining a clean, organized workspace and support various laboratory activities, including sample handling, equipment operation, and documentation review. The role provides exposure to multiple laboratory areas, such as sample processing, extraction, and detection, while ensuring compliance with safety and workflow protocols.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee daily laboratory operations to ensure a clean and organized workspace.
• Receive, organize, and track incoming samples.
• Maintain appropriate inventory levels of labware, buffers, and reagents.
• Troubleshoot and operate equipment used in genotyping production processes.
• Review, update, and maintain accurate documentation related to laboratory tasks.
• Rotate across different lab areas, including Chipping, Extraction, and Detection.
• Follow safety protocols, Standard Operating Procedures, and workflow guidelines.
• Support multiple tasks simultaneously and collaborate effectively with supervisors and other teams.
• Participate in training sessions, which may occur outside normal work hours.

Required Qualifications

• Ability to follow safety and operational procedures accurately.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks efficiently.
• Good communication skills and ability to work effectively with various team members.
• Willingness to learn and adapt to different laboratory tasks and environments.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience in a laboratory setting or related field.
• Basic troubleshooting skills with laboratory equipment.
• Familiarity with documentation and inventory management.
• Able to work well under supervision and within a team.
• Availability to participate in additional training outside of scheduled hours.

Why This Opportunity May Be Appealing

This role provides valuable hands-on experience in a high-tech laboratory environment, supporting innovative genotyping processes. It offers a consistent schedule with evening hours and the chance to develop a broad skill set across multiple laboratory functions. Ideal for individuals interested in gaining entry into a dynamic scientific or healthcare field within an organization committed to safety, teamwork, and professional growth.

Dexian is an Equal Opportunity Employer that recruits and hires qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, or veteran status.