LegacyX Laboratory Technician II - Salt Lake City, United States - Myriad Genetics

    Myriad Genetics
    Myriad Genetics Salt Lake City, United States

    1 month ago

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    Full time
    Description

    Job Description

    Shifts Available:

  • Day Shift - Thursday, Friday, Saturday 6:00am-6:30pm
  • Night Shift - Thursday, Friday, Saturday 6:00pm-6:30am
  • Day Shift - Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday 6:00am-6:30pm

    • Pay: $23/hr, plus hourly shift differentials for nights and weekends

    Responsibilities

  • Execute high throughput preparations and dispenses of simple and complex reagents (enzyme formulations, primer combinations, large volume solutions) for our clinical lab using a variety of automated dispensing platforms;
  • Assist in the receiving, handling, and monitoring of quantities and testing quality of raw materials and finished products;
  • Assist in document manufacturing activities and quality control results;
  • Auditing, stocking and equipment maintenance tasks

    • Qualifications

  • BS in Molecular Biology or related discipline;
  • 1-2 years of industry experience in a cGMP industrial molecular biology group, performing reagent manufacturing and quality control testing required;
  • Familiarity with range of molecular biology techniques (qPCR, DNA extraction, DNA sequencing) and proficiency with molecular biology calculations (dilutions, DNA and protein concentration measurements, enzyme activity measurements); there will be a test
  • Attention to detail and the ability to develop and follow written procedures;
  • Adaptability to changes in a fast-paced environment;
  • Some schedule flexibility- occasional overtime hours may be required;
  • Basic proficiency with computers (Excel, other Office tools) and statistics.

    • Physical & Lifting Requirements

  • Lifting Requirements - medium work or exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, 20 pound of force frequently, and 10 pounds of force consistently.
  • Physical Requirements - stationary positioning, moving, operating, ascending/descending, communicating, observing, reaching and repetitive motion.
  • Use of equipment and tools necessary to perform essential job functions.
  • Hazards and Atmospheric Conditions - exposure to fumes, dust, extreme temperatures, wet and/or humid, noise, vibration, mists or gases, mechanical hazards, chemical hazards, electrical hazards and radiant energy hazards. OSHA Category I - duties performed routinely requires exposure to blood, body fluid and tissue.