Laboratory Technician

Position Details Role: Laboratory Technician Location: Indianapolis, IN Duration: 12+ months (possibility of extension) 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. Educational Requirements BS in Biology/Entomology Safety and Compliance Adherence to * Safety Protocols: Understands and follows EH&S standards. Use of safety procedures & appropriate PPE mandated. Compliance with laboratory safety procedures. 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. EEO Mindlance is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in employment on the basis of Minority/Gender/Disability/Religion/LGBTQI/Age/Veterans. Best Regards, #J-18808-Ljbffr MindLance