lab technician.

Are you a motivated Lab Technician with a passion for agricultural research? If so, Randstad is seeking an experienced Lab Technician to support daily activities in a research lab. This onsite position is located in Ankeny, Iowa. Local candidates are highly preferred, as relocation cost reimbursement is not available. 

salary: $19 - $20 per hour
shift: First
work hours: 8 AM - 5 PM
education: Bachelors

Responsibilities

• Receiving and labeling of incoming samples.
• Maintain and receive sufficient labware inventory.
• Prepare buffers and reagents.
• Troubleshoot and operate equipment needed for genotyping production. 
• Review and archive task-related documents.

Must Haves:

• Bachelor's degree in a scientific discipline with 1-3 years of lab bench experience is required.
• An understanding and the ability to follow Employee Safety and Health (ESH) guidelines, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), workflow guidelines, and maintaining a safe work environment are needed.
• Capable of managing multiple tasks, working effectively with more than one Supervisor, interfacing with other functions such as manufacturing and research personnel are encouraged.

The essential functions of this role include:

working in a smoke free environment

Skills

Laboratory/Sciences

Preparing Buffers and Reagents

Lab Sample Preparation

Genotyping Production

Inventory

Microsoft Office

Qualifications

Years of experience: 1 year

Experience level: Experienced

Randstad is a world leader in matching great people with great companies. Our experienced agents will listen carefully to your employment needs and then work diligently to match your skills and qualifications to the right job and company. Whether you're looking for temporary, temporary-to-permanent or permanent opportunities, no one works harder for you than Randstad.

Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.

At Randstad, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact HRsupport@randstadusa.com.

Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility).

This posting is open for thirty (30) days.