Testing Services Laboratory Technician

About us

Agdia, Inc is a leading biotechnology company focused on delivering high quality diagnostic solutions to plant quality stakeholders. We develop, manufacture, and distribute a full range of serological and molecular testing solutions that include ELISA, lateral flow (ImmunoStrip®), PCR, qPCR, and isothermal amplification. Agdia also offers a full-service Testing Services Laboratory where customers can send their samples for fast, reliable, and confidential results. Our mission is to help all stakeholders involved in plant health, or plant quality, identify and mitigate threats sooner, thus improving quality and profitability.

Agdia is a third-generation biotechnology company that provides team members with a fulfilling and family-oriented work environment. We work as a team to accomplish departmental and companywide objectives and are focused on providing performance driven individuals with the opportunity to learn and grow within the organization. Agdia is not interested in just hiring employees, we want to find talented individuals who are interested in making a career out of helping the agricultural industry grow healthier and more profitable crops.

Position Description

Agdia, Inc is looking for an entry level laboratory technician to perform requested diagnostic assays on customer plant samples in their ISO/IEC 17025:2017 accredited Testing Services Laboratory.

Primary Duties:

• Prepare representative working tissue samples and purified extracts
• Prepare dilutions of test reagents and stock buffer solutions
• Assign preliminary diagnoses to customer samples based on test results
• Create and maintain electronic files and hardcopies of customer records
• Maintain lab cleanliness, organization, and supply inventories.
• Strictly adhere to Agdia’s quality policies and systems

The applicant is expected to become proficient in the following areas:

• Serological technologies including ELISA and Lateral Flow Strip
• Molecular technologies including PCR, Real-time PCR, Nucleic Acid Hybridization, and Isothermal Amplification
• High throughput processing of varied quantities of samples using multiple technologies
• Contents and application of Agdia’s product catalog and products from other companies
• Microsoft Office, including Access, and Excel

Skills/Qualifications:

• 1 to 2 years of work history in any field
• Strong math skills (must be able to prepare a serial dilution)
• Strong organizational, written and communication skills
• Stellar attendance record, positive attitude, and a collaborative personality
• The physical ability to perform bench work and to use a pipette or similar device for long periods of time
• Must be self motivated and a detail-oriented team player
• Must be able to multitask and focus with constantly changing responsibilities
• Some college-level biology course completion preferred
• Some experience with basic laboratory measurement equipment preferred

Benefits:

• Annual bonus program based on the companies and individual performance
• 401k with automatic employer contributions
• Medical, dental, life and vision insurance for employee and dependents
• FSA pre-paid debit card to assist with medical deductibles
• Paid PTO / vacation time that accrues with tenure
• Company social events including periodic luncheons and annual picnic

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Agdia, Inc. does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, non-qualifying physical or mental disability, genetic information, protected veteran status or any other characteristic unrelated to the ability to perform duties of the position or protected by law.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $21.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40.0 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Education:

• Associate (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $21