Lab Technician

Job Title : Laboratory Support Technician
Location : Pearl River, NY
Hours/Schedule :
Compensation : $20.00 - $22.90/hr
Type: Contract, Potential for extension or conversion to permanent

Responsibilities
Maintain inventory and order bulk chemicals, cell culture supplies and other common supplies not stocked in Thermo-Fisher stockroom; supervise maintenance of the Thermo-Fisher stockroom to ensure supplies are available and follow up when stocks are depleted; maintain the inventory system for cell culture supplies and equipment
Stage experiments as requested by scientific staff including but not limited to:

• Assist scientists in formulation of custom reagents and media
• Maintain cell culture media and reagent supply
• Assist with plasmid preparation to support scientific activities
• Prepare and autoclave requested tubing connection devices and transfer bottles to support experimental work

• Collect and secure biohazard waste from the labs and pilot areas; stock local lab supply areas with frequently used disposables
• Calibrate, maintain and operate scientific instruments, coordinate maintenance of equipment and facilities with service providers and vendors
• Assist with cell culture harvest and product recovery procedures as needed
• Perform other assigned scientific support activities as needed

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree or Associate’s Degree in scientific field with 0-2yrs of technical experience or high school diploma with 2-5 years of appropriate technical experience
• Proficiency with personal computers including familiarity with Microsoft Office Word, Excel and Outlook functions
• Good communication and reading skills – works well from written and verbal instruction
• Willing to work a flexible time schedule

Nice-to-Have

• Course work in chemistry is highly desirable to aid understanding of chemical formulae in formulation instructions
• Course work in biology or biotechnology is highly desirable for supporting work with bioreactors

Benefits
System One offers eligible employees health and welfare benefits coverage options, including medical, dental, vision, spending accounts, life insurance, voluntary plans, and participation in a 401(k) plan.

Ref: #558-Scientific

System One, and its subsidiaries including Joulé, ALTA IT Services, TeamPeople, and Mountain Ltd., are leaders in delivering outsourced services and workforce solutions across North America. We help clients get work done more efficiently and economically, without compromising quality. System One not only serves as a valued partner for our clients, but we offer eligible employees health and welfare benefits coverage options including medical, dental, vision, spending accounts, life insurance, voluntary plans, as well as participation in a 401(k) plan.

System One is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, family care or medical leave status, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.