Job Description
Job Description
Job Title : Laboratory Technician – Microbiology
Location : Vernon Hills, IL, USA – 60061
Contract Type : 12 months (W2) - On-site
Pay Rate : Up to $29.13/hr
Key Responsibilities
- Perform routine laboratory maintenance and propagate bacterial cultures.
- Prepare laboratory media and reagents for routine laboratory operations.
- Label laboratory plates and tubes accurately and restock laboratory supplies as needed.
- Maintain inventory and ensure adequate availability of laboratory media, reagents, and consumables.
- Follow established Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), scientific methods, and quality guidelines.
- Assist in the qualification, validation, and calibration of laboratory equipment and instruments.
- Maintain laboratory notebooks and ensure all documentation complies with Good Documentation Practices (GDP).
- Support day-to-day laboratory activities and perform other duties as assigned by management.
Minimum Requirements
Education
- Bachelor's degree in Microbiology, Biological Sciences, Chemistry, or a related scientific field.
Experience
- 1–2 years of relevant laboratory experience.
- Candidates with 0–4 years of overall experience may be considered, depending on their qualifications and laboratory background.
Technical Background
- Hands-on experience in laboratory operations and maintenance.
- Knowledge of bacterial culture propagation and preparation of laboratory media and reagents.
- Understanding of laboratory inventory management and quality procedures.
- Ability to maintain accurate laboratory records and documentation in accordance with GDP guidelines.
- Familiarity with laboratory equipment qualification, validation, and calibration is preferred.
Preferred Skills
- Knowledge of aseptic techniques.
- Familiarity with laboratory SOPs and quality guidelines.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to follow established laboratory procedures.