Job Title: Lab Technician

Job Description

The role involves handling and collecting blood from horseshoe crabs and processing it in a laboratory setting. Selected candidates will receive training on all Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), Current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMPs), and general aseptic processing and disinfecting techniques.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the horseshoe crab blood collection process according to approved SOPs, including setting up and preparing the collection area, cleaning and preparing crabs, aseptically collecting blood, and cleaning and disinfecting the area at the end of the day.
• Participate in crab blood processing following approved SOPs, covering tasks such as centrifuging, pipetting, sonication, solution preparation, and cleaning and disinfecting the area at the end of the day.
• Aseptically handle filled and unfilled collection bottles in and out of bio-safety cabinets (hoods).
• Complete all required paperwork entries accurately and timely according to SOPs.
• Clean and maintain production equipment.
• Tag crabs with US Fish & Wildlife tags.

Essential Skills

• Specimen processing
• Accessioning
• Laboratory testing
• Knowledge in chemistry, biology, microbiology, molecular biology
• Familiarity with GMP and medical terminology
• Data entry and quality control

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• 1-2 years of experience in a production environment
• Bachelor's degree in a scientific related field is desirable, or a high school diploma
• Ability to follow written procedures and execute them to completeness
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Excellent attendance record
• Proficient written and oral communication skills
• Teamwork skills with a willingness to collaborate to meet departmental objectives
• Math and computer proficiency

Work Environment

The work schedule is Monday to Friday, starting at 5:30 am until completion, usually between 4:00 pm and 4:30 pm. The work could extend to 4 or 5 days depending on hours worked. Conditions vary from laboratory settings to crab-holding areas. Some overtime is required. The job may involve long periods of standing, heavy lifting (up to 50 lbs), repetitive motions, and exposure to chemical hazards. Daily cleaning with strong disinfectant solutions is mandatory, and candidates with sensitivity or allergies to these solutions should not apply.