Research Technician Jobs in South Dakota

Job Title: Laboratory Technician

Reports To: The Laboratory Manager

Job Summary:

A Laboratory Technician (Tech) is a bench chemistry associate whose main responsibility is to perform routine operations within a laboratory setting. This includes preparing reagents, cleaning glassware, organizing and sorting supplies, and logging in samples. The Tech may also be specialized in one type of analysis for the purposes of improving laboratory workflow. The Tech is responsible for following all documented procedures, recording all laboratory notes, and elevating technical issues to the laboratory manager.

Duties / Responsibilities:

• Ensure that all samples received by the laboratory are logged in according to the appropriate procedure including labeling, logging, etc.
• Maintain a clean and organized lab space
• Prepare reagents at the direction of the Laboratory Manager
• Perform a specific analysis, or portion of analysis, at the direction of the Laboratory Manager
• Report non-conformances to the QAM and Laboratory Manager

Pay Rate:

• Starts at $18/hour DOE

Required Skills and Abilities:

• General familiarity with laboratory safety. Previous laboratory experience preferred.
• Ability to follow written or verbal instructions
• Intermediate skill level (or above) in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Professional appearance and behavior

Education / Experience:

• HS Diploma or GED equivalent. Associates Degree or higher in a physical science preferred.

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to meet the physical demands of a typical laboratory environment
• Sitting/standing, reaching overhead cabinets
• Possible light lifting

Key Benefits Include:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• 401(K) Plan with Competitive Match
• Continuing Education and Tuition Assistance
• Employer-Sponsored Disability Benefits
• Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Paid Time Off (PTO), Paid Holidays, & Bonus Floating Holiday (if hired before July 1st)
• Profit Sharing or Individual Bonus Programs
• Referral Program
• Per Diem & Paid Travel
• Employee Discount Hub

EEO Commitment: We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, ethnicity, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, including transgender identity, religion, disability, age, genetics, active military or veteran status and any other characteristics protected under applicable federal or state law.

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