Lab Technician

Job Title: Lab Technician
Pay Rate: $18.65 /hr
Location: Morrisville, NC
ZIP Code: 27560
Start Date: Right Away
Schedule: Tu-Fri 12:00pm-10:30pm
Job Type: Contract - 5 months
Keywords: #TechnicianJobs #PharmaceuticalIndustry

JOB DESCRIPTION
The Lab Technician will custom oligonucleotides according to the customer's order. This generally includes synthesis, cleavage, deprotection and QC sampling of the products being made.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
* Synthesizes oligos on various synthesizer platforms
* Cleaves and deprotects oligos utilizing appropriate methods
* Quantifies and samples oligos for quality control tests
* Adheres to safety regulations, lab SOPs, and contamination controls
* Uses lab equipment including limited maintenance and troubleshooting activities
* Uses custom software packages to complete tasks and create final product
* Handles expensive oligos and reagents
* Performs other duties as assigned
* Prepares oligos for final shipment to customer or for further processing in other departments
* Uses aids and SOPs to make production path decisions
* Additional essential functions may differ by department/group

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
* High School diploma/ GED
* Associate's degree or Bachelor's degree in science or related field preferred
* Experience working in a fast paced environment
* 1+ years success in rapid-paced work environments preferred
* 1+ years success in manufacturing environment preferred
* Familiarity with good lab practices

SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE
* Proficiency in a variety of PC software programs with strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office required
* Ability to prioritize and organize workload
* Time management
* Communication skills
* Strong attention to detail
* Team player
* Ability to perform a variety of duties, often changing from one task to another without loss of efficiency or composure.
* Ability to maintain both a high standard of courtesy and cooperation in dealing with co-workers.
* Ability to accept responsibility for the direction, control or planning of an activity.
* Adaptability to situations requiring the precise attainment of set limits, tolerances or standards.
* Ability to perform repetitive work or to perform continuously the same work, according to set procedures sequence or pace.
* Exert up to 20-50lbs. of force occasionally and/or 10-15 lbs up to a minimal amount of force frequently

If you are interested in this role, please apply via the apply now link provided. Our overriding goal is to provide quality staffing solutions that help people, organizations, and communities succeed. Belcan is a leading provider of qualified personnel to many of the world's most respected enterprises. We offer excellent opportunities for contract, temporary, temp-to-hire, and direct assignments. We are the employer of choice for thousands worldwide. For more information, please visit our website at Belcan.com
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