Pleasant Hill, IA, 50327, USA
8 days ago
Lab Technician
Job Title: Lab Technician Qualifications Bachelors' degree in Biology, Microbiology, or related field Shift Monday - Friday 6:00 AM - 2:30 PM Job Description + Operate, prepare, and control seed and production fermenters. + Follow SOPs and manually manipulate valves on fermenters. + Perform sterilization checks and clean and sanitize fermenters. + Monitor levels on all fermenters. + Apply basic microbiology techniques, including aseptic technique. + Use lab equipment such as microscopes, centrifuges, pumps, and scales. + Prepare media and clean glassware. + Complete downstream processing of bacterial cultures. + Take a lead role in the production area. + Communicate with the supervisor on production progress. + Monitor daily activity in the department. + Train and mentor employees on responsibilities, technical abilities, and overall development in the lab. + Clean the biological production area and assist where needed About Actalent Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through: + Hiring diverse talent + Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection + Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes + Ensuring growth opportunities for our people The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com (%20actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com) for other accommodation options.
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