Lab Technician - DNA Sampling - Umanist Staffing LLC

Duration: 8& Months&

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Job Type: Contract& & &

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Work Type:& Onsite

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Job Description:

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This position is in the Precision Genomics Targeted Library Creation team.&

The candidates will be working collaboratively with a large production team of FTE’s and contractors to deliver daily and weekly genotyping targets under tight deadlines.&

Responsibilities include a variety of manual and automated tasks in the setup laboratories.&

High Density Genotyping Lab (formerly Fingerprinting Team):&

The candidate will primarily be responsible for sample prep, manual DNA extraction, and Infinium prep for the Fingerprint Lab as well as Library Prep for SKIM sequencing – all activities support our high-density genotyping platform.&

Responsibilities also include activities related to shipping receiving, supply inventory management, and seed storage compliance.&

Must be able to lift 40 lbs.&

Desired skills for the ideal candidate:&

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Demonstrate reliability:&

This is a business-critical position to keep our lab running 7 days a week across multiple shifts. The candidate must be a reliable presence on this shift.& &

Position may require flexible or off shift hours during peak times.&

High Throughput/production/sample management:&

Our labs process millions of samples per year with fast turn-around times. Any experience handling a large number of samples daily (lab, etc.), or in a fast-paced environment (retail, food service, etc.) is a plus.&

Experience with LIMS or automation is a plus.&

Automation/mechanical aptitude:&

The candidate must be comfortable running and troubleshooting automation independently with little guidance on this shift.&

Biologists with engineering/technical/mechanical aptitudes are encouraged to apply.&