Laboratory Technician I

Coriell Institute for Medical Research; Camden (NJ); On-site; USD 25,003 - 35,610; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & Welfare benefits

Long-term disability plan

Basic Life Insurance Policy

401(a) plan with 7% employer contribution

20 days of PTO

7 paid sick days

10+ paid holidays

Job summary

A nonprofit research institute is seeking a Laboratory Technician I for their Molecular Biology and Cell Culture lab teams. Key responsibilities include preparing laboratory samples, conducting tests, and ensuring laboratory safety. Ideal candidates will hold a Bachelor's Degree in a relevant field and have 0-2 years of experience. Competitive salary starts at $22.00 per hour, with various benefits including 20 days of PTO, health insurance, and an employer contribution to a retirement plan.

Qualifications

• 0-2 years of experience or equivalent combination of academic experience is required.
• Ability to handle experiments or small research projects independently.
• Technical proficiency in laboratory equipment and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Prepare laboratory samples and specimens.
• Conduct routine and specialized tests and experiments.
• Ensure laboratory safety by following established protocols.

Skills

Laboratory experiments

Data documentation

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Aseptic techniques

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Biology

Bachelor’s Degree in Chemistry

Bachelor’s Degree in Cell/Molecular Biology

Job description

The Coriell Institute for Medical Research is hiring for Laboratory Technician I positions for both our Molecular Biology and Cell Culture lab teams, within the Production Lab environment. Key qualifications for this role include a strong background in laboratory, performing routine laboratory experiments, with a focus on sample preparation, data documentation, and equipment upkeep. Specific duties may include call culture using aseptic techniques or DNA extraction and processing. Essential characteristics are a critical attention to detail and accuracy in conducting tests and data entry, as well as a solid familiarity with safety regulations and laboratory best practices. The successful candidate must also possess excellent communication and teamwork skills.

This individual should be able to learn how to independently handle experiments or small research projects, requiring knowledge and experience in a specific scientific area or discipline.

Essential Duties and Accountabilities

• Prepare laboratory samples and specimens.
• Conduct routine and specialized tests and experiments.
• Perform laboratory assays and analysis using various equipment and instruments within the laboratory.
• Analyze and record data.
• Ensure laboratory safety by following established protocols and regulations.
• Maintain a clean and organized laboratory workspace.
• Manage inventory of laboratory supplies and order replacements as needed.
• Collaborate with other laboratory personnel to ensure efficient operations.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Biology, Chemistry, Cell/molecular biology, or relevant scientific field that included laboratory training and curriculum.

Experience

0-2 years of experience or equivalent combination of academic experience is required.

Technical proficiency in laboratory equipment and procedures, meticulous attention to detail, strong analytical skills, effective communication, and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively.

Ability to stand, sit, kneel, stoop, or bend over for prolonged periods of time in a lab environment and with PPE being worn.

Ability to lift up to 20 pounds.

Salary & Compensation

The starting wage for this role starts at $22.00; however, the final salary will be commensurate with experience.

This role will be eligible to participate in Coriell's Health & Welfare benefits, receive an employer-paid Long-term disability plan and Basic Life Insurance Policy, and will be enrolled in a 401(a) plan that receives a 7% monthly employer contribution (Base Salary). The role receives an annual allotment of 20 days of PTO, 7 paid sick days, and up to 10+ paid holidays.

Coriell & Recruitment

Founded in 1953, the Coriell Institute for Medical Research is a nonprofit research institute dedicated to improving human health through biomedical research. Coriell scientists lead research in personalized medicine, cancer biology, epigenetics, and the genomics of opioid use disorder. Coriell also hosts one of the world's leading biobanks—comprised of collections for the National Institutes of Health, disease foundations and private clients—and distributes biological samples and offers research and biobanking services to scientists around the globe. To facilitate drug discovery and disease study, the Institute also develops and distributes collections of induced pluripotent stem cells. To learn more, visit www.coriell.org.

Any offer of employment extended by Coriell is contingent on an applicant’s ability to be Authorized to Work in the United States of America. Upon date of hire, all employees are required to provide whichever valid Employment Authorization Documents they wish, as long as it is in compliance with Federal Regulations.

This job description/posting is to provide general guidance on the nature of work that will be performed in this position. It is not represented to be a full or exhaustive list of the duties, responsibilities, or qualifications needed for this role. Due to the nature of our work, the duties, responsibilities, and qualifications listed on this job description/posting are subject to change.