At Azenta, new ideas, new technologies and new ways of thinking are driving our future. Our customer focused culture encourages employees to embrace innovation and challenge the status quo with novel thinking and collaborative work relationships.All we accomplish is grounded in our core values of Customer Focus, Achievement, Accountability, Teamwork, Employee Value and Integrity
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Job Description
Position Title: Laboratory Technician I, Oligo, M-F 2:30PM-11:00PM EST
Location: Indianapolis, IN
Intro
At GENEWIZ, from Azenta Life Sciences, new ideas, new technologies and new ways of thinking are driving our future. Our customer-focused culture encourages employees to embrace innovation and challenge the status quo with novel thinking and collaborative work relationships.
GENEWIZ is a global leader in multiomics and synthetic solution services with headquarters in South Plainfield, NJ and offices and operations worldwide. We empower our customer's research by providing high-quality, precision-based solutions from discovery through clinical development, enabling scientists to make breakthroughs faster and more efficiently. Key services include Next Generation and Sanger sequencing, gene synthesis, gene-to-discovery solutions including antibody production, viral packaging and mRNA synthesis. Together with our customers, we can be the partner of choice for life science communities worldwide, driving advancements that foster innovation across the globe.
How Will You Add Value
The Laboratory Technician I is an entry-level role in our Oligo Synthesis Team. This role is responsible for processing Oligo Synthesis orders for internal and external customers. The Laboratory Technician I will create synthesis runs, process oligo synthesis orders using liquid handlers and pipettes, perform QC workflows, and package orders for shipment to customers.
What You'll Do
• Receive and sort incoming orders using established workflows Receive and sort incoming orders using established workflows
• Independently operate laboratory equipment including but not limited to pipettes, automated liquid handlers, spectrophotometers, mass spectrometer and centrifuges. Independently operate laboratory equipment including but not limited to pipettes, automated liquid handlers, spectrophotometers, mass spectrometer and centrifuges.
• Follow SOPs accurately and precisely Follow SOPs accurately and precisely
• Follow safety procedures Follow safety procedures
• Handle chemical reagents and glassware Handle chemical reagents and glassware
• Restock lab supplies Restock lab supplies
• Prepare and package orders Prepare and package orders
• Maintain the cleanliness of work area Maintain the cleanliness of work area
• Other duties as assigned Other duties as assigned
What You Will Bring
• HS Diploma required HS Diploma required
• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in a scientific field (Chemistry, Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, etc) preferred Associate's or Bachelor's degree in a scientific field (Chemistry, Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, etc) preferred
• Experience in or desire to work in a fast-paced laboratory environment. At least 6 months of work experience preferred. Experience in or desire to work in a fast-paced laboratory environment. At least 6 months of work experience preferred.
• Desire to learn new processes and support a growing team Desire to learn new processes and support a growing team
• Strong attention to detail Strong attention to detail
• Strong verbal and written communication skills Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Accurate record-keeping ability Accurate record-keeping ability
• Ability to work in a team environment Ability to work in a team environment
• Previous experience using pipettes, liquid handling systems, UV spectrophotometer, and/or Mass Spectrometer preferred Previous experience using pipettes, liquid handling systems, UV spectrophotometer, and/or Mass Spectrometer preferred
• Competent in Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, Word, Teams, etc.) Competent in Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, Word, Teams, etc.)
• Ability to lift 40 pounds Ability to lift 40 pounds
• Ability to read small fonts on sample tubes and documents Ability to read small fonts on sample tubes and documents
• Reaching, lifting, bending, using a step stool and ladder Reaching, lifting, bending, using a step stool and ladder
• Extended periods of time standing or sitting, operating lab computers and equipment while wearing a lab coat, safety glasses, and gloves Extended periods of time standing or sitting, operating lab computers and equipment while wearing a lab coat, safety glasses, and gloves
• Will be working in an area with hazardous chemicals Will be working in an area with hazardous chemicals
• May have to use hand tools to adjust settings on instruments as needed May have to use hand tools to adjust settings on instruments as needed
EOE M/F/Disabled/VET
If any applicant is unable to complete an application or respond to a job opening because of a disability, please email atRecruiting@azenta.comfor assistance.
Azenta is an Equal Opportunity Employer. This company considers candidates regardless of race, color, age, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.
The posted pay range for this position is an estimate based on current market data and internal pay structure. Final compensation may vary above or below this range depending on factors such as experience, education (including licensure and certifications), qualifications, performance, and geographic location, among other relevant business or organizational needs.