2 Lab Services Technician II -DNA Samples - Day Shift Jobs in Middleton, WI
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Lab Services Technician II -DNA Samples - Day Shift
$55k-74k (estimate)
Full Time
2 Weeks Ago
LGC is Hiring a Lab Services Technician II -DNA Samples - Day Shift Near Middleton, WI
Company DescriptionWith manufacturing sites across the US, UK, Germany, and Denmark, LGC Biosearch Technologies has plans to continue growing. We deliver critical genomics to our diverse customer base in molecular diagnostics, pharma/biotech, and agrigenomics. Our coordinated portfolio of products, services, and expertise supports our purpose of Science for a Safer World and we have embodied our mission by working with customers to enable research into life-altering treatments for disease and illness worldwide. We are currently seeking candidates who are up for the challenge of operating in a high-growth, hard-working organization.
Our kit and component manufacturing sites are situated across the US (Middleton, Petaluma, and Novato) and Europe (Berlin and Lystrup) and are underpinned by either ISO 13485 or ISO 9001 compliance. These capabilities support a wide portfolio of off-the-shelf components and kits critical to NGS workflows including magnetic beads, oligos, enzymes, and library prep kits. Additionally, our primary manufacturing capabilities enable customization and bulk (OEM) manufacture of reagents such as key NGS enzymes for high volume applications.
Our ISO 9001 accredited NGS services such as genotyping by sequencing (GBS) and Flex-Seq targeted GBS feature fast turnaround times, cost-effective pricing, and expert consultation. Our services are accessed through our laboratory sites in Berlin (DE), Gainesville (US) and Middleton (US). Importantly, our NGS services are supported by DNA extraction and purification chemistries developed in house as well as bioinformatics support to offer convenient, all-inclusive services.
Job DescriptionThe Lab Service Technician II is responsible for delivering all whole-genome, skim, and other sequencing technology projects on time and to quality control (QC) standards. Due to the custom nature of these projects, the Lab Technician II is skilled in deciding what approach to take to achieve the client’s project goal and interacts with the client effectively to make these choices.
M-F 8a.m. 5p.m. onsite
What we offer (US based-employees):
For more information about LGC, please visit our website www.lgcgroup.com
#scienceforasaferworld
Our kit and component manufacturing sites are situated across the US (Middleton, Petaluma, and Novato) and Europe (Berlin and Lystrup) and are underpinned by either ISO 13485 or ISO 9001 compliance. These capabilities support a wide portfolio of off-the-shelf components and kits critical to NGS workflows including magnetic beads, oligos, enzymes, and library prep kits. Additionally, our primary manufacturing capabilities enable customization and bulk (OEM) manufacture of reagents such as key NGS enzymes for high volume applications.
Our ISO 9001 accredited NGS services such as genotyping by sequencing (GBS) and Flex-Seq targeted GBS feature fast turnaround times, cost-effective pricing, and expert consultation. Our services are accessed through our laboratory sites in Berlin (DE), Gainesville (US) and Middleton (US). Importantly, our NGS services are supported by DNA extraction and purification chemistries developed in house as well as bioinformatics support to offer convenient, all-inclusive services.
Job DescriptionThe Lab Service Technician II is responsible for delivering all whole-genome, skim, and other sequencing technology projects on time and to quality control (QC) standards. Due to the custom nature of these projects, the Lab Technician II is skilled in deciding what approach to take to achieve the client’s project goal and interacts with the client effectively to make these choices.
M-F 8a.m. 5p.m. onsite
- Log in samples to LIMS and other IT infrastructure and update databases to keep track of sample processing.
- Extract DNA from samples when vital, or ensures the Extraction Team Lead delivers extracted material and performs QC on samples.
- Ensure that DNA is of a size and concentration suitable for library preparation and bring together projects, and use appropriate methods (e.g. shearing, segmentation).
- Build barcoded libraries for WGS or skim, using a variety of methods including end-repair/A-tailing, tagmentation, or other appropriate methods.
- Use customized probes to perform Capture-seq from libraries.
- Use a deep understanding of the variables that influence the quality of WGS, skim, and Capture-seq library preparation to optimize project approach and outcome.
- Optimally coordinate with the Sequencing and Probe coordinator and the Lab Services Project Management to prioritize sample processing and sequencing
- Store client DNA and libraries in an organized and rational manner, such that projects can be easily found and re-processed if vital.
- Bachelor’s degree in relevant life sciences field is required.
- 1-3 years of lab experience ideally in NGS library prep, preferably in high-throughput labs.
- Proven track record working as part of a cross-functional team.
- Confirmed experience working with automated equipment
- Evidence of excellent lab technique is required.
What we offer (US based-employees):
- Competitive compensation with strong bonus program
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits for employees and dependents
- FSA/HSA Pre-tax savings plans for health care, childcare, and elder care
- Deductible Buffer Insurance and Critical Illness Insurance
- 401(k) retirement plan with matching employer contribution
- Company-paid short- and long- term disability, life insurance, and employee assistance program
- Flexible work options
- Pet Insurance for our furry friends
- Enhanced Parental leave of 8 additional weeks
- PTO that begins immediately
- Town Hall monthly meeting onsite/virtual, Cheer program where employees are recognized for outstanding work, Company wide social events, frequent catered lunches and much more!
For more information about LGC, please visit our website www.lgcgroup.com
#scienceforasaferworld
Job Summary
JOB TYPE
Full Time
SALARY
$55k-74k (estimate)
POST DATE
06/09/2024
EXPIRATION DATE
07/04/2024
WEBSITE
lgcgroup-llc.com
HEADQUARTERS
OVERLAND PARK, KS
SIZE
200 - 500
FOUNDED
1992
CEO
WILLIAM KRUEGER
REVENUE
$10M - $50M
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