Laboratory Technician

Laboratory Technician BCForward is currently looking for Laboratory Technician located at Johnston, IA 50131
Position Title: Laboratory Technician Location: Johnston, IA 50131 Expected Duration: 12+ months Estimated Start Date: 3/18/2024 PayRate: $21.27/hr Hours: Work shift 7:30 AM- 4:00 PM, M-F Bonus Structure: $500 paid after 6months, $1000 paid after 1 year (repeats every year worker stays onsite) Description: To aid in the production of insects and maintenance of insect colonies for research purposes. Responsible for following established methods for the production of multiple insect species, maintenance of insect colonies, supplies, equipment, and work areas. May also be involved in assisting with experiments and research. Duties/Responsibilities:
1. Ensures that all material necessary for rearing insect colonies is prepared properly and on time.
2. Responsible for all aspects of insect colony tasks, such as daily maintenance, diet preparation, egg collection, weekly production setup, insect staging, sanitation, etc.
3. Assists with miscellaneous tasks such as cleaning, handling, packaging and storing facility supplies/materials/equipment.
4. Operates and maintains complex equipment in support of experiments conducted within a research project.
5. May have limited accountability for overseeing and/or directing the work of others.
6. Compiles and records information, sometimes using computer.
7. May write experimental reports, summaries and protocols. Education and Experience: H.S. diploma/GED Required.
Up to 4 years experience or equivalent education and amounts of relevant experience preferred.
Competencies: Ability to perform physical labor.
Strong work ethic.
Ability to read, understand and follow protocols.
Excellent organizational skills.
Excellent attention to detail.
Ability to work within a team.
Experience in Entomology or Insect Rearing preferred.
Interested candidates please send resume in Word format Please reference job code 219619 when responding to this ad.