What are the responsibilities and job description for the Laboratory Technician position at Pinnacle Technology?
Title: Laboratory Technician
Location: Indianapolis IN 46077
Duration: 6 Months assignment
Shift Rate: 8am-5pm, Flexible
Key Responsibilities
• Conducting greenhouse trials and lab assays including set-up, implementation, and assessment.
• Treat plants by using a variety of equipment including track sprayers (requires the ability to wear respirators)
• Carefully following established laboratory protocols and safety procedures
• Scheduling the use and maintenance of laboratory equipment
• Maintaining compliance with requirements for the handling and disposal of plant and microbial materials
• Data collection, management, and quality assurance
Required Qualifications
• B.A./B.S./associate’s degree in plant biology, Soil Science, Microbiology, Biological Sciences, or a related area
• Experience conducting laboratory bioassays in an R&D setting
• Experience conducting greenhouse trials assessing plant growth and development
• Strong interpersonal and communication (oral and written) skills
• Self-motivated with strong organizational skills, detail-orientation, and a desire to work in a dynamic laboratory environment
• Experience with scientific record keeping and familiarity with common software applications
• The ability to occasionally lift and move heavy objects (25-50 lbs)
Preferred Qualifications
• 2 years’ experience in a lab and/or greenhouse environment
• Experience conducting experiments involving agricultural biologicals in a lab and/or greenhouse environment
• Experience using track spraying equipment for foliar treatments
• Familiarity with lab equipment and data collection
Salary : $22 - $25