Microbiology Technician
- Employer
- Yoh
- Location
- Minerva Park, Ohio, US
- Salary
- Competitive
- Closing date
- Jun 15, 2023
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- Sector
- Consultancy/Private Sector
- Field
- Conservation science
- Discipline
- Biology
- Salary Type
- Salary
- Employment Type
- Full time
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Microbiology Technician located in Cleveland, OH
Payrate: $18.50/hour
Purpose: The Technician is responsible for preparing samples, maintaining documentation, and supporting testing procedures in the laboratory. They handle tasks such as weighing, blending, and labeling samples, as well as pipetting solutions and pouring agar into plates. The technician also prepares media, maintains equipment, and ensures a clean and safe work environment. Their role requires attention to detail, time management skills, and basic knowledge of laboratory procedures and systems.
Main activities: describe the main activities and responsibilities which make the
most direct contribution towards the fulfillment of the purpose of the position
? Prepare sample for analysis by
recording, weighing, and blending
? Write identification onto plates
so that client and sample number can be tracked
? Pipette sample solution into
tubes or plates according to the analysis process being performed
? Pour the agar into plates or
tubes to begin the growth process
? Collect plates and place them in
the incubator for the specified amount of time and temperature
? Prepare media and broth for use
in pathogen testing as required
? Ensure that media and materials
are prepared for the next testing sequence
? Maintain knowledge of Laboratory
Information Management System (LIMS) that is required to complete job
responsibilities
? Set up equipment and materials
needed for analysis
? Read plates and tubes, as
required, to determine the number of organisms in the sample
? Support corporate quality and
continuous improvement process
? Perform necessary housekeeping
duties in a timely manner, keeping the work areas and equipment clean and
sanitized
? Must participate in cleaning
schedule and maintain retain samples as required
? Adhere to all safety policies
? Responsibility to support
laboratory management in the implementation maintenance, and improvement of the
management system
? Perform other related tasks as
needed
Knowledge:
Profile (required
education/qualification and professional background): Associates degree or
equivalent work experience and 1+ year relevant work. The incumbent must have a
basic knowledge of science to accurately perform testing procedures and obtain
accurate results. A basic knowledge of personal computers is useful to
accurately enter testing data and results. A basic knowledge of laboratory safety
procedures and policies is necessary to ensure a safe working environment.
Planning skills are useful to maintain supplies of analysis materials and
ensure analysis is completed within specified time.
Required skills: Time
management skills, ability to prioritize samples and tasks in a fact paced
environment. Attention to detail. Analytical skills are essential to complete
analysis procedures and determine the concentration of the microorganism. A
general knowledge of the Laboratory Information Management System is required
to process client data. Physical dexterity is required for manipulating
samples.
Management
(Size and characteristics of the team(s)):
Work Environment: The
incumbent works in a laboratory setting with proper lighting and temperature
control. Occasional exposure to laboratory fumes, chemicals, and materials will
occur when in the laboratory. Safety equipment of gloves, laboratory coat and
eyeglasses may need to be worn depending on the testing process. The incumbent
may use the autoclave daily to complete the analysis process. Continuous
lifting of analysis materials weighing up to 50 pounds are necessary to
transport media materials. The incumbent can expect extended time spent in a
standing position. The incumbent should be able to detect slight variation in
shades of colors.
Note: Any pay ranges displayed are estimations. Actual pay is determined by an applicant's experience, technical expertise, and other qualifications as listed in the job description. All qualified applicants are welcome to apply.
Yoh, a Day & Zimmermann company, is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
Visit https://www.yoh.com/applicants-with-disabilities to contact us if you are an individual with a disability and require accommodation in the application process.
Payrate: $18.50/hour
Purpose: The Technician is responsible for preparing samples, maintaining documentation, and supporting testing procedures in the laboratory. They handle tasks such as weighing, blending, and labeling samples, as well as pipetting solutions and pouring agar into plates. The technician also prepares media, maintains equipment, and ensures a clean and safe work environment. Their role requires attention to detail, time management skills, and basic knowledge of laboratory procedures and systems.
Main activities: describe the main activities and responsibilities which make the
most direct contribution towards the fulfillment of the purpose of the position
? Prepare sample for analysis by
recording, weighing, and blending
? Write identification onto plates
so that client and sample number can be tracked
? Pipette sample solution into
tubes or plates according to the analysis process being performed
? Pour the agar into plates or
tubes to begin the growth process
? Collect plates and place them in
the incubator for the specified amount of time and temperature
? Prepare media and broth for use
in pathogen testing as required
? Ensure that media and materials
are prepared for the next testing sequence
? Maintain knowledge of Laboratory
Information Management System (LIMS) that is required to complete job
responsibilities
? Set up equipment and materials
needed for analysis
? Read plates and tubes, as
required, to determine the number of organisms in the sample
? Support corporate quality and
continuous improvement process
? Perform necessary housekeeping
duties in a timely manner, keeping the work areas and equipment clean and
sanitized
? Must participate in cleaning
schedule and maintain retain samples as required
? Adhere to all safety policies
? Responsibility to support
laboratory management in the implementation maintenance, and improvement of the
management system
? Perform other related tasks as
needed
Knowledge:
Profile (required
education/qualification and professional background): Associates degree or
equivalent work experience and 1+ year relevant work. The incumbent must have a
basic knowledge of science to accurately perform testing procedures and obtain
accurate results. A basic knowledge of personal computers is useful to
accurately enter testing data and results. A basic knowledge of laboratory safety
procedures and policies is necessary to ensure a safe working environment.
Planning skills are useful to maintain supplies of analysis materials and
ensure analysis is completed within specified time.
Required skills: Time
management skills, ability to prioritize samples and tasks in a fact paced
environment. Attention to detail. Analytical skills are essential to complete
analysis procedures and determine the concentration of the microorganism. A
general knowledge of the Laboratory Information Management System is required
to process client data. Physical dexterity is required for manipulating
samples.
Management
(Size and characteristics of the team(s)):
Work Environment: The
incumbent works in a laboratory setting with proper lighting and temperature
control. Occasional exposure to laboratory fumes, chemicals, and materials will
occur when in the laboratory. Safety equipment of gloves, laboratory coat and
eyeglasses may need to be worn depending on the testing process. The incumbent
may use the autoclave daily to complete the analysis process. Continuous
lifting of analysis materials weighing up to 50 pounds are necessary to
transport media materials. The incumbent can expect extended time spent in a
standing position. The incumbent should be able to detect slight variation in
shades of colors.
Note: Any pay ranges displayed are estimations. Actual pay is determined by an applicant's experience, technical expertise, and other qualifications as listed in the job description. All qualified applicants are welcome to apply.
Yoh, a Day & Zimmermann company, is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
Visit https://www.yoh.com/applicants-with-disabilities to contact us if you are an individual with a disability and require accommodation in the application process.
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