CPD&D Laboratory Technician

CPD&D Laboratory Technician

BCforward is currently seeking a highly motivated CPD&D Laboratory Technician in Indianapolis, IN 46268

Position Title: CPD&D Laboratory Technician

Location: Indianapolis, IN 46268

Anticipated Start Date: 08/25/2025

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

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

Pay Range: $20/Hr - $21.43/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:

Shift Times: 7:00am - 3:30pm Mon-Fri
* Interview Required? Yes, onsite
* Resume Required? Yes
* Any specific skills, requirements or experience you want in a candidate: Experience in Entomology & with nematodes and insects; BS Degree Preferred. Recent Grads Okay.
* Any additional Medical Surveillance testing required? Will wear a PAPR: Medical Clearance & Pulmonary Function testing required, as well as Cholinesterase Eval. - To be completed during onboarding but not necessarily required prior to Start. Eventually the Bee Survey will need to be completed also.
* Any exposure to common allergens? Insects, Latex
* Will non-local/remote candidates be considered? No

Notes:
* Looking a for a candidate with a degree in Biology with a focus on Entomology and/or Nematology.
* Candidate will be using chemical spray.
* Standing for long periods of time
* PPE for laboratory and spraying is provided by employer.

Job Description:
Wanted: individual capable of working with insects, plant material, and nematodes while completing routine, highly detailed work. Previous laboratory experience preferred. Work environments vary throughout the day between laboratory, greenhouse, and insectary colonies. Strong culture of safety requires individuals to adhere to all safety and ergonomic standards. Extensive training in safety, ergonomics, and laboratory SOPs provided.

Basic tasks may include:
* Clipping/thinning plants used in testing.
* Hands-on infesting of plant and artificial diet material with various (non-stinging, non-hazardous) insect species.
* Routine assay formulation using manual pipettes.
* Specialized assay application using hand sprayers and track sprayers.
* Laboratory maintenance (cleaning, restocking, etc.).
* Grading insect assays.
* Preparation of media used in entomology testing.
* Scribing for evaluators

Requirements:
* Self-driven individual that also works well in a diverse group setting.
* Flexibility to shift focus throughout the day as needed to meet customer demands.
* Willing to work independently and with a team as needed. Self-initiated and desire to
learn.
* Strong communication and time management skills
* Ability to follow directions and protocols
* Must have work experience* Does not need to be related to lab work, but must have had any job previously.

1. Educational Requirements:
BS in Biology/Entomology

2. Safety and Compliance:
Adherence to Corteva Safety Protocols: Understands and follows EH&S standards. Use of safety procedures & appropriate PPE mandated. Compliance with laboratory safety procedures.

3. Soft Skills:
Communication and Collaboration: Strong written and verbal communication skills, effective documentation and communication of results, good organization skills, follow SOPs, and adhere to safety protocols, strong interpersonal and collaboration skills..

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 to Please reference job code 240723 when responding to this ad.

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