Laboratory Technician

The McConnell Group; Manhattan (KS); Hybrid; USD 48,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k)

Paid Time Off

Job summary

The McConnell Group, a health science company, is seeking an experienced Laboratory Technician to support an onsite research environment by preparing samples, performing diagnostic testing, and maintaining laboratory equipment and records.

Candidates must pass a government background check and maintain appropriate security clearances. Work is Monday through Friday in a National Bio and Agro Defense Research controlled facility with strict safety and security regulations.

Qualifications

• BS in Life Sciences or Physical Sciences with 2+ years of lab experience.
• Experience in cell culture and virus propagation required.
• Maintaining electronic inventory records and compliance with biosafety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Prepare samples and perform diagnostic testing in a research environment.
• Maintain laboratory equipment and records, including inventory control.
• Coordinate with BDM partners and support shipment/receiving of materials.
• Provide quarterly reports and assist in safety and compliance tasks.
• Escort visitors and ensure adherence to NBAF safety protocols.

Skills

Mammalian Cell Culture

Hybridoma Cell Culture

Bacterial Cell Culture

Virus Propagation

Inventory Management

Education

Bachelor of Science in Life Sciences or Physical Sciences

Tools

DARBI

MasterControl

Maximo

Job description

Work Setting: Onsite Research Environment

Timing: Immediate / Open until Filled

Position Summary: The McConnell Group, www.themccgroup.com, a health science company, is seeking an experienced Laboratory Technician to support a research environment by preparing samples, performing diagnostic testing, and maintaining laboratory equipment and records.

Required Screenings: Candidate MUST pass a government background check as well as maintain appropriate security clearances.

Schedule: Monday through Friday

Work Environment: National Bio and Agro Defense Research controlled access facility. Each employee must maintain compliance with all NBAF safety and security regulations.

Position Responsibilities

Lab Maintenance Activities

• Cleaning of workspaces and equipment
• Maintaining water baths and incubators
• Restocking active inventory items
• Maintain an accurate and up-to-date inventory of cells, viruses, reagents, and materials.
• Receive and store using proper storage conditions for cells, viruses, reagents, and materials.
• Performing weekly safety shower and eye wash station inspections
• Autoclaving trash and waste
• Assisting in the installation and evaluation of BDM equipment and facilities

Equipment and Facility Operations

• Coordinate shipping and receiving of material with BDM partners and provide weekly list of material received due on last day of every week
• Serve as an escort to visiting personnel.
• Assisting in the installation and evaluation of BDM equipment and facilities

Documentation and Communication

• Provide Quarterly Reports
• Inputting IT and service requests as needed.

Teamwork and Continuous Improvement

• Work effectively within a team environment.
• Demonstrate initiative and contribute ideas for process improvements and operational efficiencies.
• Perform additional duties as assigned in support of the research mission.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science from an accredited university or college in a relevant field such as Life Sciences, Physical Sciences, or another relevant field with 2+ years' experience is required.
• Experience with Mammalian Cell Culture, Hybridoma Cell Culture, Bacterial Cell Culture, Propagation of viruses, and maintaining electronic inventory records.
• Maintain compliance with all NBAF safety and security regulations.

Preferred Skills and Qualifications

• Experience with the following applications DARBI, MasterControl, and Maximo is strongly preferred.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift and carry a minimum of fifty (50) pounds over extended periods.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, lift, push, and pull equipment throughout the workday.
• Possess the physical stamina required to work on feet for extended periods.

Benefits: The McConnell Group offers a comprehensive benefits program, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k), and a range of other voluntary benefits. Paid Time Off (PTO) is offered to regular full-time employees.

The McConnell Group Recruits, employs, trains, compensates, and promotes without regard to race, religion, creed, color, citizenship, national origin, age, sex, gender, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, veteran status or any other legally protected basis, in accordance with applicable federal, state, or local law. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment including termination, layoff, recall, transfer, and leaves of absence.

As required by law, The McConnell Group participates in E-Verify, a service of the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and the Social Security Administration (SSA), to verify the identity and employment eligibility of persons hired to work in the United States. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities as an applicant, please visit www.dhs.gov/E-Verify

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