DNA Laboratory Technician
Job Location:
Houston, TX - USA
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Job Summary
Position Description
Mission:
The Mission of the Harris County Institute of Forensic Sciences is to provide medical examiner and crime laboratory services of the highest quality in an unbiased manner with uncompromised integrity.
Vision:
To provide consistent quality death investigation and laboratory analysis for the benefit of the entire community.
To create a technological strongpoint for legal agencies to facilitate justice in criminal and civil proceedings.
To establish an academic environment for training in the field of Forensic Science.
Brief DNA Laboratory Technician Overview:
Provide laboratory support to analysts in a forensic DNA laboratory setting.
Duties & Responsibilities:
Perform routine housekeeping duties such as the cleaning of laboratory areas equipment and tools
Organize laboratory working and storage areas
Maintain laboratory cleanliness
Prepare laboratory reagents and supplies in accordance with laboratory policy
Monitor supply inventory and order supplies as needed
Monitor and update temperature logs of various instruments
Remove bio-hazardous waste to appropriate storage location
Prepare blood and tissue samples from decedents for long term storage
Assist DNA administrative staff with release of laboratory case reports and other administrative duties as assigned
May participate in limited casework technical support role
Assist in ensuring the laboratory remains in compliance with the ANAB accreditation standards and the FBI Quality Assurance Standards for Forensic DNA testing laboratories
Follow rigorously all Safety Method Manual and Quality Assurance / Quality Control protocols
Other duties as assigned by the Forensic Genetics Laboratory Director.
Harris County is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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This position is subject to a criminal history check. Only relevant convictions will be considered and even when considered may not automatically disqualify the candidate.Requirements
TRANSCRIPTS MUST BE ATTATCHED
Education:
Associates degree in a physical science such as Biology or Chemistry
Experience:
At least six (6) months work history in a laboratory environment
Licensure:
Must maintain a valid Texas Drivers License and ability to safely operate a motor vehicle
Additional Requirements:
Must provide a DNA sample to be maintained by the Forensic Genetics Laboratory for quality assurance purposes
Knowledge Skills & Abilities:
Computer literacy in the use of Microsoft Office applications
Highly organized with strong attention to detail
Motivated and dedicated to completing tasks on schedule
NOTE: Qualifying education experience knowledge and skills must be documented on your job application. You may attach a resume to the application as supporting documentation butONLY information stated on the application will be used for consideration. See Resumewill not be accepted for qualifications.
Preferences
Education:
Bachelors Degree from an accredited college or university
Experience:
One (1) year of experience work history in a laboratory environment
General Information
Position Type and Typical Hours of Work:
Full-Time 40 hours per week
May include night or evening work as assigned
Work Environment and Location:
Office/ Laboratory setting
The job requires work with laboratory chemicals and various biological fluids potential exposure to blood borne pathogens.
2450 Holcombe Blvd. Suite 7
Houston TX 77021
Physical Demands:
Must be able to lift a minimum of 40 lbs. and sit or stand for long periods.
Must have visual acuity sufficient to perceive minute differences and details and to withstand the strain of continued close work.
Must successfully pass at test for colorblindness.
Must have manual dexterity sufficient to conduct laboratory tasks as determined by the Forensic Genetics Laboratory Director.
Employment may be contingent on passing a drug screen and meeting other standards.
Due to a high volume of applications positions may close prior to the advertised closing date or at the discretion of the Hiring Department.
Required Experience:
IC
