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ECLARO

Lab Automation Technician

ECLARO, Milwaukee, Wisconsin, United States, 53244

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Work with ECLARO's client in Research Triangle Park, NC. This contract position is located at the client site.

Job Number: 25-05370

Base pay range $26.50/hr - $26.50/hr

Responsibilities

The Automation Technician will perform repetitive, high throughput Next Generation sequencing runs and DNA extractions in a laboratory that processes over 300K cotton and soybean samples annually.

The technician will follow a pre-established process and operate semi-automated high throughput laboratory platforms to complete NGS sequencing run from multiple crop species in a specified timeframe and consistent with internal quality standards.

The Automation Technician will also assist other analysts with high throughput DNA extractions using semi and fully automated platforms.

All work will be assigned by team supervisors, and registration of completion performed by the Lab Technician using a lab information system (LIMS).

The technician will perform daily duties within the sequencing and DNA labs including sample and reagent preparation, consumable stocking, and routine maintenance tasks.

Prior experience and comfort working in a high throughput lab environment performing repetitive routine work is preferred.

Knowledge or interest in lab automation, plant genetics, and lab information management systems is a plus.

Pay Rate $26.50/Hour

Required Qualifications

Experience in a high throughput testing lab (greater than 200K samples/year) generating routine analytical data.

Ability to initiate and complete analytical testing according to applicable work instructions within a defined timeline and compliant with QMS guidelines.

Knowledge and understanding of the technical aspects of Next Generation sequencing and DNA isolation/extraction.

Strong critical thinking skills and attention to detail.

Experience with laboratory automation, liquid handling platforms, and software systems such as LIMS.

Proactive communication on progress of assigned projects.

Ability to interact positively and proactively with team members.

Previous experience with plants or agricultural crops preferred, but not required.

Computer skills including Windows 7, SharePoint and MS Office, especially Word and Excel.

If hired, you will enjoy the following ECLARO Benefits

401k Retirement Savings Plan administered by Merrill Lynch

Commuter Check Pretax Commuter Benefits

Eligibility to purchase Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance through ECLARO

Contact For more information or to apply, please contact:

Lester Candilado

jan.candilado@eclaro.com

646-680-0168

Lester Candilado | LinkedIn

Equal Opportunity Employer: ECLARO values diversity and does not discriminate based on Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status, in compliance with all applicable laws.

Seniority level

Entry level

Employment type

Contract

Job function

Management and Manufacturing

Industries

Chemical Manufacturing

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