Technician II - Standard Desalt and Tubes (Weekday Overnights)

Integrated DNA Technologies (IDT) is the leading manufacturer of custom oligonucleotides and proprietary technologies for genomics applications. Our work is complex and cutting-edge, and our team members are curious, creative thinkers who understand that good data drives smart decisions. At IDT, we realize that although science may be uniform, people are unique. We promote a culture where engaged people are motivated and have opportunities to achieve their full potential, as part of one global team.

IDT is one of 10 Life Sciences companies of Danaher. Together, we accelerate the discovery, development and delivery of solutions that safeguard and improve human health.

This Technician II position is part of the purifications team in the Standard Desalt and Tubes operational value stream located in Coralville, IA, and work is performed on-site. At IDT, we are one global team. We celebrate our differences, engage in healthy debate, and are inclusive. Together, we accomplish great things.

Shift: Wednesday - Friday, 7 PM to 7:30 AM

In this role, you will have the opportunity to:

• Synthesize oligonucleotides (oligos) on various synthesizer platforms, cleave and deprotect oligos, quantify and sample oligos for quality control (QC) tests. Attach modifications utilizing various techniques.
• Use custom software packages to complete tasks and create final products. Assess QC data accurately and make pass/fail decisions for oligos. Keep thorough records of specialized processes in the oligo process history.
• Prepare oligos for final shipment to customer or for further processing in other departments. Perform decontamination on liquid handling instruments.
  
  

The essential requirements of the job include:

• Associate degree in a science related field or at least 18 months of lab experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Excellent computer skills with the ability to accurately use job aids in safety minded production of oligos.
  
  

It would be a plus if you also possess previous experience in:

• Bachelor’s degree in a science related field preferred.
• Life sciences experience, preferred.
• Ability to perform and transition through a variety of tasks with concurrent deadlines daily with urgency and efficiency while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail.
  
  

This job is also eligible for bonus/incentive pay.

We offer comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, medical/dental/vision insurance and 401(k) to eligible employees.

Note: No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, benefits, or any other form of compensation and benefits that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company’s sole discretion, consistent with the law.

Join our winning team today. Together, we’ll accelerate the real-life impact of tomorrow’s science and technology. We partner with customers across the globe to help them solve their most complex challenges, architecting solutions that bring the power of science to life.

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