Microbiology Lab Technician

Columbia Laboratories • Portland, OR

2d • $18 - $20 • Onsite

About The Position

We are on the prowl for a Microbiology Lab Technician to join our Portland, Oregon team at Columbia Laboratories , a Tentamus North America company! If you are deeply passionate about microbiology and enthusiastic about broadening your expertise , we invite you to apply today and become a vital part of our mission . How you will contribute as a vital part of our team: Under the direction of the Microbiology Lab Supervisor, you will contribute to a world class laboratory by performing the following duties:

Requirements

• Our ideal candidate will be authorized to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship
• BS in Biology preferred or related science field
• experience working in a laboratory setting, preferably an analytical setting
• ability to work both independently and within a team
• Good working knowledge of laboratory terminology, biology, bench work, equipment, materials, and the techniques/procedures commonly used in a n analytical laboratory and basic lab skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills and verbal/written communication skills

Nice To Haves

• Strong familiarity with Aseptic technique preferred
• Knowledge of LIMS, Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.

Responsibilities

• Media preparation
• Sample weighing, plating, and counting
• Maintain notebooks and other relevant documentation to GDP (Good Documentation Practices) standards
• Basic setup, troubleshooting, and routine equipment maintenance and perform routine checks of instruments such as balances, refrigerators, and incubators
• Prepare reports and summarize data using Excel, instrument software and LIMS.
• Properly handle and dispose of laboratory hazardous waste.
• Shared responsibility for inventory and restocking of supplies, general lab organization, Cleaning and sanitizing throughout the Microbiology Laboratory, and Lab closing duties, such as trash removal.
• Execute projects as assigned to meet changing laboratory needs and requirements.

Benefits

• Hourly pay between $18 to $20
• comprehensive and low-cost benefit plans (medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance , HSA )
• Ample PTO and a matching 401k

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level