Oligonucleotide Production Technician II - Liquid Handling - LGC Biosearch Technologies

With manufacturing sites across the US, UK, Germany and Denmark, LGC Biosearch Technologies has plans to continue growing. We deliver mission critical genomics to our diverse customer base in molecular diagnostics, pharma/biotech and agrigenomics. Our integrated portfolio of products, services and expertise supports our purpose of Science for a Safer World and we have embodied our mission by working with customers to enable research into life-altering treatment for disease and illness worldwide. We are currently seeking candidates who are up for the challenge of operating in a high-growth, purpose-driven organization.

The Oligonucleotide Production Technician II – Liquid Handling will perform tasks associated with the production of modified oligonucleotides in a high throughput time sensitive manufacturing environment in compliance with company procedures and external regulatory requirements. An Oligonucleotide Production Technician II – Liquid Handling can be called on to work in any production shift in the Oligonucleotide Production Department. An Oligonucleotide Production Technician II – Liquid Handling will perform all tasks expected of an Oligonucleotide Production Technician I – Liquid Handling, with additional duties as detailed below and as dictated by the Oligonucleotide Production Supervisor – Liquid Handling.

Employee must sufficiently understand the process of oligonucleotide production performed by an Oligonucleotide Production Technician I – Liquid Handling and make independent decisions to troubleshoot and document Liquid Handling problems. Employee may also be responsible for a specified product or process. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each of the following essential functions satisfactorily.

• Performs all assigned job functions per documented procedures as directed by supervisor or manager
• Performs routine maintenance of equipment used in manufacturing
• Performs quantitation, normalization and aliquoting of oligonucleotides according to established procedures using Spectrophotometers, micropipettes, automated Liquid Handlers and other lab equipment
• Effectively prioritizes and communicates production, projects and/or troubleshooting status to direct supervisor
• Is available for troubleshooting with the Liquid Handling Team
• Assists in writing and reviewing Liquid Handling work instructions and supporting documents
• Initiate Change Control with guidance of the departmental Lead, Supervisor or Manager
• Initiates support tickets or repair tickets as necessary
• Assists in the training of new employees as directed by departmental Lead, Supervisor or Manager
• Work on special projects with the guidance and support of the departmental Lead, Supervisor or Manager
• Assists with organizational work with the guidance of Lead, Supervisor or Manager
• Maintains a clean and orderly laboratory environment
• Able to follow all documented procedures
• Conscientiously learns requirements of the ISO 9001 quality management system and diligently follows the terms of a quality contract, which describes the relevance and importance of the employee’s work to the achievement of LGC’s quality objectives

• Bachelor's degree in a science field, 2+ years of industry experience, and/or demonstrates proficiency to meet the requirements of an Oligonucleotide Production Technician II - Liquid Handling is required. 
• Computer Skills
• Microsoft Office, Outlook, Word and Excel. Use of a web browser
• Mathematical Skills:
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions and decimals
• Experience with automated Liquid Handling platforms such as Tecan or Beckman Coulter preferred. 
• Experience with FilemakerPro Database or similar database preferred. 

What we offer (US based-employees):

• Competitive compensation with strong bonus program
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits for employees and dependents
• FSA/HSA Pre-tax savings plans for health care, childcare, and elder care
• Deductible Buffer Insurance and Critical Illness Insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan with matching employer contribution
• Company-paid short- and long- term disability, life insurance, and employee assistance program
• Flexible work options
• Pet Insurance for our furry friends
• Enhanced Parental leave of 8 additional weeks
• PTO that begins immediately
• Town Hall monthly meeting onsite/virtual, Cheer program where employees are recognized for outstanding work, Company wide social events, frequent catered lunches and much more!

The typical pay range for this role is:

Minimum: $ 20.913 / Hourly

Maximum: $ 34.855 /Hourly

This range represents the low and high end of the anticipated salary range for the California -based position.  The actual base salary will depend on several factors such as: experience, skills, and location.

ABOUT LGC: 

LGC is a leading, global life science tools company, providing mission-critical components and solutions into high-growth application areas across the human healthcare and applied market segments. Its high-quality product portfolio is comprised of mission-critical tools for genomic analysis and for quality assurance applications, which are typically embedded and recurring within our customers’ products and workflows and are valued for their performance, quality, and range. 

OUR VALUES

• PASSION
• CURIOSITY 
• INTEGRITY
• BRILLIANCE
• RESPECT

EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES 

LGC strongly believes that every job applicant and employee should be valued for their individual talents regardless of age, disability, race, color, ethnic or national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marital or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, religion, or belief. Short listing, interviewing and selection will always be carried out without regard to gender, sexual orientation, marital status, color, race, nationality, ethnic or national origins, religion or belief, age, or trade union membership.

For more information about LGC, please visit our website www.lgcgroup.com

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