Laboratory Assistant
Spectraforce
Johnston, Iowa
3 hours ago
Job Description
Job Title: Laboratory Assistant
Duration: 12 Months
Location: Johnston, Iowa
Shift: Monday to Friday, 1st shift
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
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: $ 21.88/hr.
Duration: 12 Months
Location: Johnston, Iowa
Shift: Monday to Friday, 1st shift
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
- Strong attention to detail and record keeping
- Organizational and time-management skills
- Proficient in Microsoft Excel
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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: $ 21.88/hr.