Equipment Associate

QUALIFICATIONS:

• BS/BA in biomedical engineering, biological sciences or related fields
• Industry-related experience, especially in supporting lab equipment, preferred
• KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
• Excellent communication (verbal and written) and interpersonal skills
• Excellent attention to detail, organization, and accuracy
• Excellent adaptability in a fast-changing environment
• Self-motivated
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Maintain a high level of professionalism and responsibility
• Comply with company policies
• Preferred skills:
• Familiar with IQ/OQ/PQ of instruments
• Experience working in BSLI and BSLII laboratories as well as familiarity with Biosafety requirements and guidelines as established by applicable regulatory bodies such as OSHA and CDC
• Familiar with DNA Isolation and Purification, PCR, Cell Culture, Next Generation Sequencing, etc
• Familiar with LIMS
• Experience in automation and/or operating high-throughput instruments
• PHYSICAL DEMANDS & WORK ENVIRONMENT:
• Duties are typically performed in an office and/or laboratory setting
• This position requires the ability to use a computer keyboard, communicate over the telephone and read printed material
• Ability to lift 40lbs