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Employment Type:
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Location:
Crows Nest, IN (Onsite)
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Laboratory Assistant
Position Title: Laboratory Technician
Location: Indianapolis, IN 46268
Please note this is the target date and is subject to change. BCforward will send official notice ahead of a confirmed start date.
Expected Duration: 12 months (Contract)
Pay Rate: $19.00 - $20.00/hr W2
Job Type: Full-Time (40 hours/week) | Contract | On-Site
Please note that actual compensation may vary within this range due to factors such as location, experience, and job responsibilities. This rate does not include additional non-standard compensation (e.g., benefits, paid time off, per diem, etc.).
Requirements:
Education:
Preferred: Degree in Biology, Plant Pathology, or related field.
1-2 years of relevant experience may substitute for degree requirements.
Core Responsibilities:
Media Preparation:
Prepare media for research purposes.
Clean and rinse glassware and laboratory equipment.
Sterilize equipment using an autoclave.
Prepare tubes and bottles with specified solutions.
Operate basic lab equipment.
Plant Material and Inoculum Handling:
Conduct routine laboratory tasks and set up test experiments.
Place plants into trays, tag them, and assist with applications.
Mark plants for mobility tests and transport them for further handling.
Assist with inoculating and harvesting stock.
Chemical Handling and Safety:
Safely handle and apply chemicals, including fungicides and other research-related substances.
Follow all safety protocols and demonstrate proper use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), including Powered Air-Purifying Respirators (PAPRs).
Ensure proper storage, labeling, and disposal of chemicals in compliance with safety and regulatory guidelines.
Housekeeping and Lab Maintenance:
Wash and move carts, cut flats into single pots.
Bag and weigh plant material for disposal.
Clean lab and greenhouse benches and floors.
Empty and replace hazardous and non-hazardous waste containers.
Scrub growth and dew rooms.
Stock laboratories and greenhouses with necessary supplies.
Technical Skills & Experience:
Strong knowledge of plant science is essential.
Aseptic technique experience is required.
Experience with the preparation, maintenance, and inoculation of fungal cultures in sterile conditions.
Familiarity with safety protocols for handling fungal cultures to prevent contamination or exposure.
Ability to prepare inoculum for plant material studies and other research tasks.
Knowledge of harvesting and storing fungal cultures for experimental use.
Strong professional work ethic, highly motivated, and able to work effectively in team and independent settings.
Attention to detail and ability to maintain accuracy in a laboratory environment.
Preferred Qualifications (Bonus Skills):
? Experience working in a plant science or agricultural research lab.
? Knowledge of Good Laboratory Practices (GLP).
? Previous experience working in a greenhouse environment.
? Familiarity with biological safety protocols.
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 237028 when responding to this ad.