Job Description
Job Title : Lab Technician
Location : Bothell, WA
Compensation : $20.00 - $24.10/hr
Type: Contract, Potential for extension or conversion to permanent
Responsibilities - Maintaining laboratory equipment and analytical instruments, including coordination and communication with vendors
- Maintaining a clean and organized laboratory and assisting with organizational initiatives and monthly lab cleanups.
- Developing routine maintenance schedules and coordinating with staff for appropriate timing of annual/biannual maintenance by Facilities team or external vendors. Scheduling maintenance with vendors or Facilities
- Managing maintenance contracts with vendors, submitting through Contract Management System
- Maintaining supply availability with increasing understanding of usage. Coordinating with internal teams to ensure supplies are available when needed.
- Preparing solutions and buffers as needed. Managing waste and waste disposal for laboratory equipment.
- Performing daily equipment calibration as required, including pH and conductivity probes
- Cleaning AKTA equipment and performing system storage as needed
- Managing freezers and freezer inventory
- Various other laboratory management tasks, including other requests from laboratory staff to assist with preparing for experiments
Requirements - 1-3 years in this role or a related position
- High School diploma, minimum; Associates or Bachelors Degree desirable and 1+ years
- Individual contributor with no people management responsibilities.
- Understanding of basic biochemistry principles, such as buffer and solution preparation
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and perform basic tasks in a laboratory environment
- May have exposure to hazardous materials such as concentrated acids and bases
- Buffer Preparation Skills (Chemical Knowledge, pH Measurement, Solution Preparation, Sterilization Techniques, Buffer Capacity Testing)
- Core Bio Chem Laboratory Skills (Spectrophotometry, Chromatography, Electrophoresis, Microscopy, Cleaning AKTA equipment, Lab Notebook Maintenance, Lab Safety Protocols, Regulatory Compliance)
- Organizational/Training Skills (Lean Six Sigma)
- Interpersonal and Adaptability Skills: Builds positive relationships and communicates effectively within a team. Adjusting to different roles and responsibilities as needed to support team objectives.
- Effective Communication: Demonstrates the ability to clearly articulate ideas and opinions in a professional manner.
- Assertiveness: Confidently expresses thoughts and suggestions while respecting others’ viewpoints.
- Collaborative Contribution: Actively participates in team discussions, offering valuable insights and innovative solutions.
- Proactive Engagement: Takes initiative to share relevant information and contribute to decision-making processes .
Benefits System One offers eligible employees health and welfare benefits coverage options, including medical, dental, vision, spending accounts, life insurance, voluntary plans, and participation in a 401(k) plan.
Job Tags
Permanent employment, Contract work,