Job Description

We are looking for a qualified Lab Technician to undertake a variety of laboratory procedures of technical nature. You will be handling sensitive equipment to analyze samples or substances and conduct tests and reporting findings to an assigned supervisor. 
The ideal candidate will have experience in working under possibly hazardous conditions (e.g., experience working in microbiology and chemical laboratories). The candidate will be well-trained to maintain safety conditions and will be passionate for doing work that makes things move forward. 
The goal is to run the day-to-day operations of the laboratory and succeed in producing reliable data that can be used to make a difference. 
 
Key Responsibilities 

• Overall bioreactors operation batch and continuous (harvesting, feeding, cleaning, sampling, etc) 
• Execute laboratory testing according to standard procedures, make observations and record findings. 
• Organize and store all chemicals substances, fluids and compressed gases according to safety instructions 

• Record all data and results in specified forms (paper and electronic) with accuracy and responsibility 
• Maintain equipment and assist in ordering laboratory supplies 
• Ensure that all safety guidelines are followed strictly at all times and maintain a clean and tidy environment 

 Requirements and skills 

• Proficiency in laboratory work or proven experience as Lab Technician or relevant position 
• Experience in operating electrical and nonelectrical laboratory equipment and potentially dangerous substances (flammable liquids and gases, bacteria, etc.) 

• Working knowledge of MS Office (especially Excel) and database systems 
• Ability to work autonomously and under pressure 
• Degree in biology, chemistry or relevant field