Vaccine Virus Lab Technician

Phibro Animal Health; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 27,552,000 - 41,328,000; Full time

Job summary

Phibro Animal Health is seeking a Virus Tech 1 for our Vaccine Omaha office to support growth of cells and virus cultures used in vaccine production. The role involves aseptic techniques, media preparation, cell passages, and handling of virus cultures according to SOPs and USDA rules.

The candidate will maintain accurate records, monitor equipment, and assist in SOP development while adhering to safety guidelines. Evening/weekend/holiday scheduling may be required.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor's preferred; Associate's acceptable with related experience.
• Reasoning: Ability to interpret instructions and solve practical problems.
• Decision Making: Schedule tasks and determine harvest points.
• Skills: Read, write in English; basic math; Excel familiarity.

Responsibilities

• Performs aseptic laboratory procedures per SOPs and production outlines.
• Prepares growth media for cells and virus cultures with calibrated equipment.
• Performs cell passages to maintain adequate cell supply for virus cultures.
• Conducts virus antigen production activities including inoculation, harvest, and inactivation.
• Completes batch records and maintains documentation.
• Maintains equipment and clean lab space; manages supplies.

Skills

Time management

Written & verbal communication

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in science

Associate's degree in science with experience

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Phibro Animal Health is seeking a Virus Tech 1 for our Vaccine Omaha office to support growth of cells and virus cultures used in vaccine production. The role involves aseptic techniques, media preparation, cell passages, and handling of virus cultures according to SOPs and USDA rules.

The candidate will maintain accurate records, monitor equipment, and assist in SOP development while adhering to safety guidelines. Evening/weekend/holiday scheduling may be required.