Laboratory Technician

Title: Laboratory Technician

Duration: 12+Months (Possibility of Extension)

Location: San Jose, CA 95131

Job Responsibilities:

·Preparation of biological samples, analysis of flow cytometry data, troubleshooting and maintenance of instrumentation, and maintenance of documentation.

·Prepares biological samples for use in customer training courses, demos, and onsite customer support visits.

·Tests samples by flow cytometry with minimal assistance and troubleshoots common problems.

·Writes and edits laboratory protocols and trains others in laboratory procedures and safety practices.

·Maintains the applications lab and equipment; maintains and restocks laboratory supplies and reagents.

·Tracks and performs routine maintenance on the training center’s flow cytometers.

·Assists in the design and testing of new protocols and multicolor flow cytometry panels.

·Assists in the maintenance of good laboratory procedures including the operation of a clean and efficient laboratory, documentation of all work, and good record keeping.

·Promotes a safe work environment.

·May provide recommendations on maintaining the safety of the work environment. Participates in Environmental Health and Safety programs.

·Addresses corrective actions whenever a hazard is identified.

·Notifies supervisor of all observed hazardous conditions or unsafe work practices.

·Performs other related duties and assignments as required.