Laboratory Assistant

Laboratory Assistant

BCforward is currently seeking a highly motivated Laboratory Technician in Johnston, IA 50131

Position Title: Laboratory Technician

Location: Johnston, IA 50131

Anticipated Start Date: 03/01/2026

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: 10+ Months

Job Type: [FULL TIME (>%3D40 HRS WEEKLY)/ [TEMP], [ONSITE]

Pay Range: $20/Hr - $23.50/Hr

Please note that actual compensation may vary within this range due to factors such as location, experience, and job responsibilities, and does not encompass additional non-standard compensation (e.g., benefits, paid time off, per diem, etc.).

Requirements:

Job Description:

This role provides hands-on laboratory support for PCR-based molecular workflows that enable the generation of reliable, high-quality data in support of research testing. The position supports daily laboratory operations through sample handling, nucleic acid extraction, reagent preparation, and experimental setup. In addition, the role contributes to contamination control efforts and routine instrument upkeep while ensuring accurate documentation and maintaining data integrity.

Requirements:
- Associate's Degree in Life Science (Biology, Microbiology, Biotechnology, or related field) or Bachelor's Degree in Life Sciences (Biology, Microbiology, Biotechnology, or related field) is strongly preferred
- Knowledge of Good Laboratory Practices (GLP)
- Hands on life sciences laboratory experience (i.e. Biology, Microbiology, Molecular biology, Genetics etc)
- Ability to follow standard operating procedures (required)
- Pipetting experience (required)
- Reagent preparation
- Sample collection and processing
- DNA/RNA extraction
- PCR based molecular biology techniques including qPCR, RT-qPCR, and/or dPCR
- Sterile technique

Competencies/soft skills:
1. Strong attention to detail and record keeping
2. Organizational and time-management skills
3. Proficient in Microsoft Excel

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.

To learn more about how BCforward collects and uses personal information as part of the recruiting process, view our Privacy Notice and CCPA Addendum. As part of the recruitment process, we may ask for you to disclose and provide us with various categories of personal information, including identifiers, professional information, commercial information, education information, and other related information. BCforward will only use this information to complete the recruitment process.

Interested candidates please send resume in Word format Please reference job code 249826 when responding to this ad.

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