Job highlights

Qualifications

Education: Bachelor’s degree in biology or relevant major are required
Experience: Prior lab experience, preferred
A basic knowledge of fundamental biochemistry and molecular biology
Organized and keen attention to details
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
The ability to multi-task and meet timelines
Ability to work independently, as needed
Ability to adapt to a challenging and fast-paced laboratory environment
This position can spend extensive periods of time standing and squatting while conducting experiments
Also requires keyboarding and other bench work and procedures requiring finer finger manipulation
Licensure: None

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance
401K
Paid time-off

Responsibilities

Operate a computer-based laboratory system, record data, and perform laboratory tests
Perform experimental procedures using molecular biology techniques such as isolation of DNA, Quantification, sample preparation, library preparation, PCR, operating sequencers, micro pipetting, and meticulous measuring
Prepare solution, reagents, and stains by adhering to standard laboratory formulas and procedures
Oversee equipment performance and maintenance schedules
Monitor inventory levels, order materials, and supplies in accordance with the established policies and procedures
Communicate effectively with clients and co-workers to improve the existing processes
Write and update protocols that meet the CLIA/CAP/ISO standard

Job description

Laboratory Technician 1

About the job

Spectrum Fertility Group is a leading provider of cutting-edge epigenetic solutions in the field of In Vitro Fertilization (IVF). We are at the forefront of epigenomic innovation, dedicated to unraveling the mysteries encoded within the human genome. The Laboratory Technician 1 will perform day-to-day epigenetic experiments including sample preparation, library preparation, QC procedure as well as various other functions.

This position will be based in the Spectrum Fertility Group office located in Rockville, Maryland (on-site).

Responsibilities

Operate a computer-based laboratory system, record data, and perform laboratory tests.
Perform experimental procedures using molecular biology techniques such as isolation of DNA, sample preparation, Quantification, library preparation, PCR, operating sequencers, micro pipetting, and meticulous measuring
Prepare solution, reagents, and stains by adhering to standard laboratory formulas and procedures
Oversee equipment performance and maintenance schedules.
Monitor inventory levels, order materials, and supplies in accordance with the established policies and procedures.
Communicate effectively with clients and co-workers to improve the existing processes
Write and update protocols that meet the CLIA/CAP/ISO standard

Qualification

Bachelor’s degree in biology or relevant major are required
Prior laboratory work experience is preferred
Experience in molecular biology and genetics/genomics including DNA isolation and manipulation, library prep, QC, and sequencing is preferred
Organized and keen attention to details
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
The ability to multi-task and meet timelines
Bilingual in English/Chinese is a plus

This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities as necessary.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance
401K
Paid time-off

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $40,000.00 - $50,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k)
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance

Schedule:

8 hour shift

Ability to Commute:

Rockville, MD 20852 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

Rockville, MD 20852: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Spectrum Fertility Group

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