Laboratory Technician

Laboratory Technician

Full-time employment

We are looking for someone who is excited to be part of a mission driven early-stage company. As our Laboratory Technician, you will play a vital role in keeping our lab running efficiently and productively. You will be working closely with our scientific staff to help with laboratory duties, ordering, shipping, and upkeep. A successful candidate will have the drive to learn all necessary tasks to potentially become a General Laboratory Coordinator. Preference will be given to candidates with experience in laboratory settings. Candidates must pass a background check.

Responsibilities:

·       Trained to formulate and prepare stock and media solution routinely

·       Trained to maintain inventories and manage ordering of chemical reagents/ supplies required for essential lab functions.

·       Facilitate research by working closely with scientists to provide support for tissue culture and molecular biology experiments.

·       Perform vital functions to improve overall lab efficiency.

·       Sterilization of laboratory supplies and media

·       Receive/send shipments to/from couriers

·       Maintain clean general work areas

·       Routinely generate plasmid stocks for laboratory experiments

Requirements:

·      BS in Biology or a related field

·      Hands-on experience with molecular biology techniques such as DNA/RNA extraction, PCR, gel electrophoresis, etc.

·       Experience in performing general laboratory duties such as preparing media, buffers, etc.

·      Strong organizational and communication skills

·      Must be able to work independently in a fast-paced environment.

·      Routine handling of objects up to 20 pounds, some standing or walking for an extended period.

·      Working knowledge of standard office software tools (i.e. Microsoft Office)

·       Experience in mammalian tissue culture is a plus

·       1-2 years of lab experience is a plus

Company Description Demeetra is a biotechnology company that helps biomanufacturers and researchers move quickly from precise gene editing to high-yield expression using proprietary, commercially accessible technologies. The company’s platforms, including Cas-CLOVER™, Harbor-IN™, and the CleanCut™ Host Cell Portfolio, are designed to optimize cell line development while removing common licensing and scalability barriers.