Laboratory Technician

SC Labs is the largest multi-state laboratory bringing together the industry’s most reputable testing labs. SC Labs, founded in 2010, is one of the cannabis industry’s oldest licensed testing labs and the first to develop a national hemp testing panel. The company is licensed and accredited in California, Oregon, Colorado, Michigan, and Arizona.

The combination brings together three of the longest standing and most respected cannabis and hemp testing organizations in the U.S. and forms the foundation of a national testing network. The combination will bring value to both the hemp and cannabis industries, ranging from access to a broader range of testing resources, improved data delivery, innovative science, instrument redundancy and increased testing capacity, and improved operations to accelerate turnaround times.

Position Summary:

We are seeking a full time Laboratory Technician to join the team. This position will be based in our Tigard, Oregon facility. The Laboratory Technician will assist and support the routine and non-routine day to day operations within the Laboratory. This position will perform sample intake, sample destruction, sample preparation, and support the testing within the laboratory while ensuring that all responsibilities are conducted based on quality and safety procedures.

• Seeking applicants who already reside in the Tigard, Oregon region.
• Preference will be given to those applicants with at least 1-year of previous real world work environment experience, and having at least 1 -year of previous lab experience is a definite plus.
• Preference given to applicants with a Science degree.

Schedule: This will be a full-time non-exempt hourly position. The exact schedule is to be determined, but could be either M-F 8-4:30 (8 hour shift) or Tu-F 8-6:30 (10 hour shift). Applicants with schedule flexibility will be preferred.

Pay Rate: Starting hourly pay rate for this position will be $20.00.

Requirements:

• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Must have at least 1 year of full-time experience working in a real-world work environment. Experience working in an operational lab is desired.
• Ability to obtain a Marijuana Worker Permit.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Intake samples and prepare them for sample testing, including data entry, labeling, weighing, photographing, and organizing samples.
• Supports routine and non-routine testing and analyses using the appropriate qualified equipment and materials.
• Performs DNA extractions and microbial analysis using qPCR.
• Proper use of equipment such as analytical balances, pipettes, sonicators, syringes, etc.
• Sample homogenization.
• Performs cleaning procedures of the laboratory as needed or requested by the lab supervisor.
• Maintains equipment in proper working order and maintains a clean work environment.
• Completes all required training in a timely manner and maintains training on updated policies and procedures.
• Practices safe work habits, including complying with all safety, health and environmental rules and regulations.
• Helps to maintain laboratory inventory and properly labels and stores chemicals and supplies.
• Communicates to Supervisor and Lab Management regarding any laboratory testing issues related to health, safety, or testing practices.
• Organizes and prepares reagents and other supplies for testing needs.
• Manages data within LIMS and Google Sheets.
• Performs other related duties as assigned or as delegated by Lab Management.

Qualifications:

• Ability to read, comprehend and explain documents in English. Ability to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing, in English.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Good interpersonal skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment.

Education: Minimum-High School Graduate, with some college coursework completed. A science degree is preferred.

Benefits Offered:

• Medical (HDHP with HSA is one option), Dental and Vision insurance.
• Paid Holidays and Flexible Paid Time Off.
• 401(k) Plan with a Company Match.
• Employer Paid Life coverage, as well as Optional Life Coverage.
• Flexible Spending Account.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time at the Company’s discretion.

All employment offers will be contingent upon successful completion of a background check.

SC Labs provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $20.00 per hour

Expected hours: No less than 40 per week

Benefits:

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

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Application Question(s):

• Are you at least 21 years of age? ( an industry requirement)
• Do you reside in the Tigard, OR region?

Education:

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

Experience:

• full-time real world working: 1 year (Required)
• operational lab: 1 year (Required)
• DNA extractions and microbial analyses using qPCR: 1 year (Preferred)

Language:

• English (Required)

License/Certification:

• Science Degree (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $20