Lab Technician

Lab Technician

Apex Systems is seeking to add a Lab Technician to our esteemed microbiology and food oriented client located in Branford, CT. We intend to screen and schedule interviews for qualified candidates as early as this week.

Title: Lab Technician

Rate: $21/hr. (overtime of "time and a half" when/if applicable)

Hours: M-F normal business hours

Location: Branford, CT

Summary: Must have a passion for operations and a background in microbiology and/or molecular biology to facilitate a smooth workflow in the laboratory. Prior experience working with BSL-2 pathogens, with inventory management, and with data curation is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities:

• Execute a variety of microbiological methods to generate customer data.
• Perform hands on or machine-assisted sample preparation including dissections, filtration, and centrifugation.
• Run manual or semi-automated diagnostic methods including but not limited to plates and PCR-based assays.
• Maintain sample integrity and traceability to enable multiple diagnostic tests per sample, and banking or shipping externally for downstream analysis (sequencing, serotyping).
• Troubleshoot and escalate challenges encountered in day-to-day operations.
• Assist with verification and validation studies of new assays or instrumentation, supporting new product development and matrix extensions.
• Thoroughly follow established SOPs and maintain records for traceability.
• Participate in process improvement initiatives to improve lab efficiency, quality, and customer value.

Qualifications:

• AS in biology, microbiology, molecular biology or related field
• Two (2) years of laboratory experience, including as part of undergraduate research
• Hands-on experience in microbiology and/or molecular biology.
• Training and experience handling pathogenic bacteria in a biosafety Level 2 (BSL-2) environment (preferred.)
• Demonstrated ability to quickly learn a variety of protocols. Self-motivated to learn new tools and technologies.
• Strong critical thinking skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work well with personnel at all levels.
• Attention to detail.

EEO Employer

Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law.

Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package.