Laboratory Technician I, Overnight Sequencing, Part Time 10AM 3PM EST

Position Title: Laboratory Technician I Overnight Sequencing Part Time 10AM - 3PM EST

Location: Waltham Massachusetts

Shift: 10am 3pmEST

Hourly Rate: $21.63/hr

INTRO:

At GENEWIZ by 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.

As a global leader in R&D genomics services GENEWIZ leads the way in providing superior data quality with unparalleled technical support to enable researchers around the world to advance their scientific discoveries faster than ever before.

Our customers at top-tier pharmaceutical biotechnology and academic institutions as well as cutting-edge start-ups rely on our proprietary technologies for consistent reliable high-quality data even on the most difficult projects. A full-service provider we provides Sanger DNA sequencing gene synthesis molecular biology high throughput/next generation sequencing bioinformatics and GLP regulatory services.

How Will You Add Value

Laboratory Technician I is an entry-level position. We handle Whole Plasmid Sequencing in the Overnight Sequencing department. We strictly follow SOPs and focus on sorting and processing hundreds of customer samples per day. Processing includes preparing the samples further purification and loading the samples onto sequencing machines. We work as both individuals and as a team to form synergies and increase efficiency. We utilize biochemical techniques along with suitable equipment and tools for sequencing DNA such as micropipettes and multichannel pipettes.

What Youll Do

• Maintain cleanliness of work area

• Sort incoming samples
• Prepare a sequencing template including preparation amplification and PCR purification.

• Assist in purifying sequencing templates and load samples onto sequencing machines.

• Perform quality processing with little errors

• May need to work with automation platforms

• Communicate with customers by email and phone in a friendly and professional manner

• Communicate with Internal team/employees via email and Phone

• Prepare save for prep samples to ship to our New Jersey Location Daily

• May require working overtime and/or weekends. Alternative shifts may be assigned with advanced notice.

• All of the responsibilities from Lab Assistant.

What You Will Bring

• • High School Diploma required
  • Associates or Bachelors Degree preferred
  • 1 years of lab work experience preferred
  • Ability to lift 30 lbs
  • The position requires both sitting and standing for 3 hours a day.
  • Must be able to bend twist and walk for extended periods of time.
  • Competent in Microsoft Office (Excel Outlook Word Teams etc.) required.
  • Previous experience in production (any industry) is preferred.
  • Fine motor skills and hand-eye coordination.
  • Strong attention to detail.
  • Knowledge of sterile techniques preventative measures and laboratory best practices.
  • Ability to work autonomously and under pressure.
  • Ability to learn and retain new concepts and tasks.
  • Take ownership of actions and results.
  • Ability to work collaboratively in a team setting. Open to flexible work hours based on business demand.
  • LIMS experience is a plus.

EOE M/F/Disabled/VET

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.