Sequencing Lab Technician Job at Eurofins Genomics – Apply Now!
Eurofins Genomics Americas is seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Sequencing Laboratory Technician I to join its overnight team in Louisville, KY. If you have a background in biology or chemistry and are passionate about DNA sequencing and genomic sciences, this full-time opportunity offers a chance to work with cutting-edge lab equipment in a global leader in life sciences testing. With competitive pay, benefits, and a focus on safety and innovation, this role is your gateway to a thriving career in genomics.
About the Company:
Eurofins Scientific is an international life sciences company, providing a unique range of analytical testing services to clients across multiple industries, to make life and our environment safer, healthier, and more sustainable. Eurofins is the global leader in food, environment, pharmaceutical, and cosmetic product testing and in agroscience Contract Research Organisation services. The Group offers a portfolio of over 200,000 analytical methods to evaluate the safety, identity, composition, authenticity, origin, traceability, and purity of biological substances and products. Eurofins has grown from one laboratory in Nantes, France to 55,000 staff across a decentralised and entrepreneurial network of 900 laboratories in over 50 countries.
Sequencing Lab Technician Job Details:
Job Opportunity: Sequencing Laboratory Technician I
Location: Louisville, KY
Shift: Monday–Friday, 11:00 PM – 7:30 AM (15% shift differential)
Sequencing Lab Technician Job Description
- Works and communicates effectively with team members.
- Maintains consistent quality and efficiency in all assigned work processes.
- Keeps equipment and work environment clean and organized.
- Understands and follows documents relevant to responsibilities, e.g., work instructions, checklists, batch records, logs.
- Maintains accurate production records according to requirements and in compliance with established quality system standards.
- Organizing, sorting and prioritizing DNA samples that come in daily.
- Pipetting DNA sequencing reactions.
- Performing DNA purification on sequencing reactions, loading and scheduling 3730xl ABI Sequencers.
- Will work with and under the supervision of a Lab Team Lead.
- Operating lab equipment: Thermocyclers, ABI 3730xl sequencers, centrifuges, automated liquid handlers.
- Follows all company safety and regulatory policies, including handling hazardous materials and wearing of PPE that are relative to assigned work.
This position is seeking candidates that are open to working Monday – Friday 11:00pm – 7:30am. There is a 15% differential for this shift, in addition to a base pay.
Qualifications for Sequencing Lab Technician Job:
The ideal candidate would possess:
- Experience with biology techniques and using basic lab equipment.
- Capacity to perform under pressure in a fast paced production environment
- Experience in oligonucleotide manufacturing highly desirable.
- Experience with DNA Sequencing using 3730xl highly desirable.
- Previous experience working in an ISO-9000 or cGMP environment.
- Microsoft Windows and Excel proficiency.
- Previous experience working with Hazardous Chemicals.
- Strong computer, scientific, and organizational skills
- Excellent communication (oral and written) and attention to detail
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team, self-motivation, adaptability, and a positive attitude
- Ability to learn new techniques, perform multiple tasks simultaneously, keep accurate records, follow instructions, and comply with company policies
Basic Minimum Qualifications for Sequencing Lab Technician Job:
- Bachelor’s degree in biology, chemistry, or other related degree concentration, or equivalent directly-related experience (two years of directly related industry experience is equivalent to one full-time year of college in related major)
- Annual RCRA awareness training.
- Ability to lift 35+ pounds.
- Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship
Additional Information for Sequencing Lab Technician Job:
- Position is full-time, Monday – Friday, 11:00pm – 7:30am.
- Candidates living within a commutable distance of Louisville, KY are encouraged to apply.
- Excellent benefits package including medical coverage, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, 401(k) with company match, paid vacation and holidays.
What we offer:
Full-time benefits, inclusive work environment, and opportunities for growth and development.
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