Laboratory Technician

Harba ApS; Kalamazoo (MI); On-site; USD 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Harba ApS in Kalamazoo, MI is seeking a Laboratory Sample Technician to receive, register, and prepare samples for analysis. You will document results, maintain glassware and equipment, and support reliable testing operations.

Ideal candidates have an Associate or Bachelor's in Biology or related field, or a high school diploma with lab experience; strong attention to detail, communication, and time management are essential.

Qualifications

• Strong attention to detail and ability to accurately document and record information.
• Basic understanding of laboratory procedures, sample preparation, and testing techniques.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently, manage time effectively, and prioritize assigned tasks.

Responsibilities

• Receive, register, organize, and retrieve samples for laboratory analysis.
• Prepare samples for testing using techniques such as aliquoting, spiking, dilution, reagent preparation, sonication, and sample separation.
• Verify sample identification and resolve labeling discrepancies to maintain accurate sample tracking.
• Complete laboratory documentation, including sample records, worksheets, logbooks, and testing data.
• Clean and maintain laboratory glassware, equipment, and work areas.
• Monitor laboratory inventory and restock supplies as needed.
• Follow established laboratory procedures to support accurate, efficient, and reliable testing operations.

Skills

Attention to detail

Documentation

Communication

Problem-solving

Time management

Independent work

Education

Associate degree in Biology

Bachelor's degree in Biology

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Responsibilities:

• Receive, register, organize, and retrieve samples for laboratory analysis.
• Prepare samples for testing using techniques such as aliquoting, spiking, dilution, reagent preparation, sonication, and sample separation.
• Verify sample identification and resolve labeling discrepancies to maintain accurate sample tracking.
• Complete laboratory documentation, including sample records, worksheets, logbooks, and testing data.
• Clean and maintain laboratory glassware, equipment, and work areas.
• Monitor laboratory inventory and restock supplies as needed.
• Follow established laboratory procedures to support accurate, efficient, and reliable testing operations.

Qualifications:

• Associate or bachelor's degree in Biology, Biological Sciences, Microbiology, or a related scientific field preferred.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• 0-2 years of laboratory experience preferred; entry-level candidates are encouraged to apply.
• Basic understanding of laboratory procedures, sample preparation, and testing techniques.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to accurately document and record information.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Basic problem-solving skills and the ability to identify and resolve discrepancies.
• Ability to work independently, manage time effectively, and prioritize assigned tasks.