Global Organics/ILS Research Center is looking for a lab tech with a BS in biology or microbiology or biochemistry. The selected lab tech will have main focus on molecular analysis and also work on microbiology. The lab personnel will have knowledge as mentioned below with at least 2-3 years of lab experience.
Molecular biological techniques
- DNA isolations,
- Polymerase chain reaction (PCR) and qPCR technique for Identification and quantification.
- Gel electrophoresis.
- Design molecular experiments, Oversee their esecution and interpret results
- Compile and analyze molecular experimental data and adjust experimental designs, as necessary.
- Conduct trials (Field and green house for product/program efficacy).
- Maintain and prepares accurate Laboratory records and data.
- Work as part of a research team as well as independently
Basic microbiological techniques
- Work in laminar Air Flow/Biosafety cabinet,
- Media preparations for bacterial and fungal isolations.
- Pathogen isolations and soil microbial
- Inoculation, incubation and isolations under aseptic conditions.
- Plating, colonies counting and documentation for diversity analysis.
- Use of compound microscope.
- Apply microbiological techniques for isolations from plant and soil.
- The ideal person will also assist in greenhouse experiments with product formulations and occasional field visits for sampling and trial analysis.
Qualifications and Education Requirements
Bachelor of Science in Molecular biology or microbiology. 2-3 years of lab experience required. Prior experience or demonstrated knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the above tasks is required.
Preferred Skills
- PCR and qPCR Techniques
- Attentions to details and documentation
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $20.00 - $24.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Education:
Experience:
- Molecular biology: 2 years (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Goodyear, AZ 85338: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person