Laboratory Technician

Laboratory Technician

BCForward is currently looking for highly motivated Laboratory Technician at Indianapolis, IN 46268.

Position Title: Laboratory Technician
Location: Indianapolis, IN 46268
Expected Duration: 6 months.
Estimated Start Date: 6/17/2024.
Requested Pay Rate - $23/hr


Description:
Seeking a contract technician for a microbial media preparation lab. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to work in a team setting to prepare microbial and plant growth media in a laboratory environment. Conducting media preparation using sterilization equipment, such as autoclaves or mediaclaves, and dispensing machines, such as automated liquid handlers, is a key component of this role - which can be learned through on-the-job training. Candidates seeking to operate in a team-based and safety-oriented environment will thrive in this role.

Responsibilities:
* Fill media orders by weighing components, operating sterilization equipment (i.e. autoclaves, mediaclaves, filters) and dispensing equipment (i.e. automated liquid handlers, plate fillers)
* Maintain laboratory material stock and order supplies as necessary
* Disassemble, clean, and reassemble media transfer equipment
* Maintain equipment in a safe and efficient state
* Review and update orders in media ordering system
* Maintain a clean and orderly workspace
* Communicate with team and internal customers to schedule activities

Qualifications:

• A minimum of a high school diploma is required
  
• Experience working in a laboratory or manufacturing environment
  
• Ability to schedule activities and manage stakeholder expectations
  
• General laboratory familiarity with some mechanical aptitude.
  

Preferred Qualifications:
* An Associates degree or Bachelors degree in scientific or related field
* One year or more experience in a laboratory or manufacturing environment
* Experience with aseptic technique

Benefits:

BCforward offers all eligible employees a comprehensive benefits package including, but not limited to major medical, HSA, dental, vision, employer-provided group life, voluntary life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, and 401k.

About BCforward:

Founded in 1998 on the idea that industry leaders needed a professional service, and workforce management expert, to fuel the development and execution of core business and technology strategies, BCforward is a Black-owned firm providing unique solutions supporting value capture and digital product delivery needs for organizations around the world. Headquartered in Indianapolis, IN with an Offshore Development Center in Hyderabad, India, BCforward's 6,000 consultants support more than 225 clients globally.

BCforward champions the power of human potential to help companies transform, accelerate, and scale. Guided by our core values of People-Centric, Optimism, Excellence, Diversity, and Accountability, our professionals have helped our clients achieve their strategic goals for more than 25 years. Our strong culture and clear values have enabled BCforward to become a market leader and best in class place to work.

BCforward is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against based on disability.

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This posting is not an offer of employment. All applicants applying for positions in the United States must be legally authorized to work in the United States. The submission of intentionally false or fraudulent information in response to this posting may render the applicant ineligible for the position. Any subsequent offer of employment will be considered employment at-will regardless of the anticipated assignment duration.

Interested candidates please send resume in Word format Please reference job code 222488 when responding to this ad.

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