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Biologist- $15 - $18 /Hr

Employer
Aerotek
Location
Chesterfield, Missouri, US
Salary
Competitive
Closing date
May 28, 2021

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Sector
Consultancy/Private Sector
Field
Conservation science
Discipline
Other
Salary Type
Salary
Employment Type
Full time
Description:
Technician will be expected to work in clean laboratory environments, primarily with plant pathogens and occasionally with soil or plants. Familiarity with culturing fungi and bacteria in vitro required.
Technician must know sterile technique, be comfortable working in growth chambers, and follow all procedures and SOPs. Duties include but are not limited to the inventory and processing of samples, culturing pathogens, using molecular methods and microscopy for diagnostics, operating and troubleshooting of equipment, and preparing media.
Previous course work and/or lab experience in plant pathology desired but not necessary. Knowledge of molecular lab methods/technique preferred but not required. Proficiency with standard computer programs required. Candidate must have excellent organizational skills and work ethic, be detail-oriented, work in a fast-paced environment, and work both independently and on a team.
Demonstration of self-motivation, flexibility, and reliability is required. Candidate will regularly work in environments that are either dusty, warm, or required to remain clean. Must be able to lift at least 40 pounds.
Typically reports to a supervisor or manager.
Skills:
sterile technique, growth chamber, molecular lab methods, organization
Top Skills Details:
sterile technique, growth chamber, molecular lab methods, organization
Experience Level:
Intermediate Level
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.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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