Laboratory Technician 1 (Part-Time)

Description

Under the general supervision of the Laboratory Manager Laboratory Technician 1 will be providing support to the Microbiology and Chemistry department.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities 

• Serve primarily in a production atmosphere as support
• Performs all activities in a neat, safe, hygienic, and efficient manner
• Communicate with all laboratory personnel to ensure quality and efficient service
• Maintains customer satisfaction and appropriate confidentiality
• Working knowledge of ISO 17025 Quality procedures related to sample documentation
• Maintain a professional attitude and acceptable working relationship with coworkers, offering assistance when applicable
• Assists with washing and maintaining lab ware
• Ability to read quantitative data and enter it into LIMS system
• Prepares and sets up samples for analysis
• Maintains laboratory condition (i.e.: equipment, supplies, quality assurance, and accurate records throughout all procedures)
• Demonstrates proper techniques (pipetting, labeling samples, etc.), and successful performance in proficiency testing
• Prepares and maintains bacteriological media (i.e.: BPW, LST, TSB, etc.)
• Responsible for sanitation in all areas to maintain a superior level of cleanliness
• Provides routine preventive maintenance by daily cleaning, sanitizing, and disposing of trash
• Assist in other assigned duties as needed

Requirements

Education & Experience 

• A.S or B.S. in Biology and/or Chemistry preferred, or equivalent experience
• Possess knowledge and demonstrate skills in aseptic technique
• High attention to detail is a must
• Must be available to work on weekends

DFA of California complies with the CA Fair Employment and Housing Act and the ADA and will consider reasonable accommodation measures for eligible applicants/employees to perform the essential functions of the job.