Microbiology Laboratory Technician I

ZipRecruiter; Warrenville (IL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Microbiology Laboratory Technician I to support their analytical services laboratory. The role involves performing research and analysis on microbiology samples, maintaining lab equipment, and ensuring compliance with quality standards. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's degree in a related field and strong attention to detail. This is a great opportunity for those looking to start their career in laboratory services.

Qualifications

• 0-2 years of experience as a lab technician or related field.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform research and analysis activities on microbiology samples.
• Communicate accurate results to clients and sales team.
• Maintain quality system records for compliance.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in chemistry, biology, or a related field

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Job Description Salary: $40,000 - $55,000

Summary

A Microbiology Laboratory Technician I (LabTech I) reports to the Laboratory Manager. The LabTech I performs research and analysis activities, processes chemistry and microbiology samples, and provides maintenance tasks necessary to support the Phigenics Analytical Services Laboratory (PASL). This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

Job Duties

1. Understand PASL services, operations, and testing methods for waterborne pathogens
2. Basic understanding of field testing equipment and supplies
3. Receive and log in chemistry or microbiology samples
4. Prepare materials and reagents for processing chemistry or microbiology samples; record observations and measurements, and report results
5. Under direct supervision, provide analysis of the samples according to the standard operating procedures (SOPs).
6. Record sample location data and results in database
7. Communicate accurate and timely results to clients and the sales team
8. Assist in maintaining quality system records to comply with accrediting agencies
9. Assist with ordering, receipt, inspection, and stocking of supplies
10. Perform lab maintenance including, but not limited to: clean lab equipment and wash glassware, vials, and filters; clean and store materials used for testing; discard old chemistry or microbiology samples
11. Prepare reports as necessary

Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in chemistry, biology, or a related field required
• 0-2 years of experience as a lab technician or related field
• Works under direct supervision from the Lab Manager
• Accuracy and attention to detail are strong requirements
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills are strongly required
• Skills with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within a particular field
• Performs tasks successfully using instructions, pre-established guidelines, and standard procedures
• Experience with MS Office, spreadsheets, word processing, and other computer programs
• Minimal travel required

Physical Demands and Work Environment

• Regularly required to sit, use hands and fingers; handle, feel, talk, and hear
• Frequently required to reach with hands and arms
• Occasionally required to stand; walk; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; taste or smell
• Regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds

Phigenics LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, alienage or citizenship status, national origin, handicap, marital status, veteran status, arrest record, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws. All persons hired will be required to verify their eligibility to work in the United States and complete the employment eligibility verification form upon hire.