Laboratory Technician I, Overnight Sequencing, Part Time 10AM - 3PM EST

Position Title: Laboratory Technician I, Overnight Sequencing, Part Time 10AM - 3PM ESTLocation: Waltham, Massachusetts Shift: 10am – 3pm ESTHourly Rate: $21.63/hr INTRO:At GENEWIZ by Azenta, new ideas, new technologies and new ways of thinking are driving our future. Our customer-focused culture encourages employees to embrace innovation and challenge the status quo with novel thinking and collaborative work relationships. As a global leader in R&D genomics services, GENEWIZ, leads the way in providing superior data quality with unparalleled technical support to enable researchers around the world to advance their scientific discoveries faster than ever before. Our customers at top-tier pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and academic institutions, as well as cutting-edge start-ups, rely on our proprietary technologies for consistent, reliable, high-quality data, even on the most difficult projects. A full-service provider, we provides Sanger DNA sequencing, gene synthesis, molecular biology, high throughput/next generation sequencing, bioinformatics, and GLP regulatory services. How Will You Add Value Laboratory Technician I is an entry-level position. We handle Whole Plasmid Sequencing in the Overnight Sequencing department. We strictly follow SOPs and focus on sorting and processing hundreds of customer samples per day. Processing includes preparing the samples further, purification, and loading the samples onto sequencing machines. We work as both individuals and as a team to form synergies and increase efficiency. We utilize biochemical techniques along with suitable equipment and tools for sequencing DNA such as micropipettes and multichannel pipettes. What You’ll Do * Maintain cleanliness of work area* Sort incoming samples* Prepare a sequencing template, including preparation, amplification, and PCR purification.* Assist in purifying sequencing templates and load samples onto sequencing machines.* Perform quality processing with little errors* May need to work with automation platforms* Communicate with customers by email and phone in a friendly and professional manner* Communicate with Internal team/employees via email and Phone* Prepare save for prep samples to ship to our New Jersey Location Daily* May require working overtime, and/or weekends. Alternative shifts may be assigned with advanced notice.* All of the responsibilities from Lab Assistant. What You Will Bring * + High School Diploma required + Associate’s or Bachelor’s Degree preferred + 1+ years of lab work experience preferred + Ability to lift 30 lbs + The position requires both sitting and standing for 3 hours a day. + Must be able to bend, twist and walk for extended periods of time. + Competent in Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, Word, Teams, etc.) required. + Previous experience in production (any industry) is preferred. + Fine motor skills and hand-eye coordination. + Strong attention to detail. + Knowledge of sterile techniques, preventative measures, and laboratory best practices. + Ability to work autonomously and under pressure. + Ability to learn and retain new concepts and tasks. + Take ownership of actions and results. + Ability to work collaboratively in a team setting. Open to flexible work hours based on business demand. + LIMS experience is a plus. #J-18808-Ljbffr Azenta US, Inc.