Lab Technician - Intermediate

Job Duties:

• performing laboratory tests in order to produce reliable and precise data to support scientific investigations;
• carrying out routine tasks accurately and following strict methodologies to carry out analyses;
• preparing specimens and samples;
• constructing, maintaining and operating standard laboratory equipment, for example centrifuges, titrators, pipetting machines and pH meters;
• ensuring the laboratory is well-stocked and resourced;
• recording and sometimes interpreting results to present to senior colleagues;
• using computers and performing mathematical calculations for the preparation of graphs;
• keeping up to date with technical developments, especially those which can save time and improve reliability;
• conducting searches on identified topics relevant to the research;
• following and ensuring strict safety procedures and safety checks.

Job Requirement/Qualifications:

• Associates Degree or Bachelor's Degree in Science/Chemistry/Biology or related field.
• Educational/internship experience in laboratory.
• Experience working in laboratory is preferred.
• the ability to maintain and calibrate technical equipment;
• time management skills in order to work on several different projects at the same time;
• flexibility in order to work with and provide support for a number of people;
• excellent oral communication skills in order to work effectively with colleagues from all parts of the organisation and to explain complex techniques to interested parties;

This company is seeking motivated hard working laboratory technicians looking to further their career in the lab setting. The company offers competitive pay and opportunity for growth.

About Aerotek:

We know that a company's success starts with its employees. We also know that an individual's success starts with the right career opportunity. As a Best of Staffing® Client and Talent leader, Aerotek's people-focused approach yields competitive advantage for our clients and rewarding careers for our contract employees. Since 1983, Aerotek has grown to become a leader in recruiting and staffing services. With more than 250 non-franchised offices, Aerotek's 8,000 internal employees serve more than 300,000 contract employees and 18,000 clients every year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in talent solutions. Learn more at Aerotek.com.

Aerotek is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.