Wildlife Laboratory Technician

Matson's Lab is offering one position to be filled by a laboratory technician with a strong interest in one or more of the following areas; wildlife management, hunting, conservation and laboratory work. Applicants should enjoy following established laboratory protocol to produce quantities of accurate and high-quality data to assist professional wildlife managers and be able to work in a relaxed but professional laboratory environment with other technicians. Our primary product is a completed microscope slide preparation with a thin section of tooth which we examine to determine age. We enjoy an international reputation and our age data are used world-wide for the purpose of wildlife population management. Each of our technicians begins by learning the most basic of our lab processing steps. The apt technician will enjoy exercising the high mental focus needed to obtain results that meet the highest standards of quality and accuracy and are important contributors to wildlife conservation. A Bachelor's Degree in biology or another branch of the sciences is required for full-time, permanent employment. Laboratory experience is preferred. Excellent computer literacy is required (Microsoft Office). Starting hourly wage is $15/hr. Prior histology experience is not required. The lab provides an intensive training and promotion schedule and the apt technician can be eligible for promotion as soon as one year. Full time employees are eligible for benefits that include additional bonus compensation for health insurance and retirement plan.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $15.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• 8 hour shift

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

• post-college work: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: One location