Lab Technician

Job Title: Laboratory Technician

Department: Laboratory

Job Summary

The Laboratory Technician performs analytical, routine, and specialized laboratory tests to support scientific research, medical diagnostics, or product quality control.

Key Responsibilities

Sample Preparation & Testing: Collect, receive, process, and analyze chemical, biological, or physical specimens according to Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).Equipment Maintenance: Operate, calibrate, clean, and perform routine preventative maintenance on laboratory equipment (e.g., centrifuges, microscopes, spectrophotometers, automated analyzers).Data Management: Accurately record, verify, and input experimental and test data into Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS) or physical logs.Reagent & Solution Preparation: Formulate reagents, chemical solutions, media, or standards following exact technical guidelines and safety protocols.Quality Assurance & Control: Perform standard quality control checks, monitor test validity, identify technical errors, and document discrepancies.Safety & Compliance: Maintain strict compliance with safety regulations (OSHA, GLP/GMP, CLIA, or biosafety guidelines), including proper handling and disposal of hazardous waste and biohazards.Inventory Management: Monitor lab supply levels, track reagent expiration dates, and place orders to ensure continuous workflow.Collaboration & Support: Assist senior scientists, pathologists, or lab managers with special research projects or advanced testing protocols.Required Qualifications & Education

Education: Associates or Bachelors degree in Medical Laboratory Science, Biology, Chemistry, Clinical Laboratory Technology, or a closely related field.Certification/License: Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) certification through ASCP, AMT, or equivalent state licensing (where applicable for clinical roles).Experience: 13 years of practical experience in a clinical, industrial, quality control, or academic laboratory setting (internship experience included).Compensation: 18,[hidden],098.00 per month

Benefits:

Flexible scheduleFood providedPaid time offProvident FundWork Location: In person .