Position Title: CPD&D Laboratory Technician
Work Location: Indianapolis, IN, USA, 46077
Assignment Duration: 12 Months
Work Schedule: 40 hours; 7:00am – 3:30pm Mon-Fri
Work Arrangement: Onsite

Position Summary:
Wanted: individual capable of working with insects, plant material, and nematodes while completing routine, highly detailed work. Previous laboratory experience preferred.

Background & Context:

• 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.

Key Responsibilities:

• 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.

Qualification & Experience:

• BS in Biology/Entomology.

• 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 (any field).

• Adherence to safety protocols: Medical Clearance & Pulmonary Function testing, Cholinesterase Eval, PPE, eventual Bee Survey.

• Aware of potential allergen exposure (insects, latex).

? Notes

• Looking 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.

 
 
At SPECTRAFORCE, we are committed to maintaining a workplace that ensures fair compensation and wage transparency in adherence with all applicable state and local laws. This position’s starting pay is: $ 18.75/hr.