Laboratory Technician

Position Details Role: Laboratory Technician Location: Indianapolis, IN Duration: 12+ months (possibility of extension) Overview Job description for a laboratory technician working with insects, plant material, and nematodes, performing routine, highly detailed work in laboratory, greenhouse, and insectary environments. A strong safety culture with comprehensive training in safety, ergonomics, and laboratory SOPs is provided. 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. Qualifications 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 and 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, following SOPs, and adherence to safety protocols, with 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr Mindlance