Job description
Job Summary:
- The Laboratory Scientist is responsible for handling all infectious disease testing, with a goal of providing 100% accuracy when processing all samples and reporting results to clients.
Essential Responsibilities/Duties:
- Preforming sample prep and DNA extraction as needed.
- Running the KingFisher Flex, VeritiPro, Accufill and QuantStudio 12K, QuantStudio 5.
- Preforming manual pipetting steps with small volumes and into a 384 well plate.
- Reviewing and assisting protocol developments and adjustments.
- Preparing solutions.
Qualifications:
- Education –
- Bachelor of Science or similar with necessary coursework for scientist duties
- Competencies/Skills –
- Ability to work independently and strong attention to detail
- Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing
- Strong analysis and problem-solving skills
- Ability to adapt quickly to new changes
- Experience –
- Basic understanding of the data and internal controls
- Broad understanding of sterile technique and cleaning for a PCR lab.
- Certifications/Licenses –
- N/A
Mental/Physical Demands & Work Environment:
Vision, hearing speech, movements requiring the use of wrists, hands and/or fingers. Must have the ability to view a computer screen for long periods and the ability to sit for extended periods. Light physical effort requires handling average weight objects up to 10 lbs and some standing and walking. Must have the ability to work the hours and days required to complete the essential functions of the position. Learning, thinking, concentration and the ability to work under pressure, particularly during busy times. Must be able to pay close attention to detail and be able to work as a member of a team to ensure excellent customer service. Must have the ability to interact effectively with co-workers and customers, and exercise self-control and diplomacy in customer and employee relations’ situations. Must have the ability to exercise discretion as well as appropriate judgments when necessary. Must be proactive in finding solutions.
Work environment involves exposure to potentially dangerous materials including biological and chemical hazards.
This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of all activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee(s) that in this position. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.
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