Biotechnology Technician

Company: Norgen Biotek Corp.

Business information: Norgen Biotek Corp. is a Canadian biotechnology company focusing on developing products for sample collection, sample preparation, and sample detection, as well as providing comprehensive research services to the scientific community. We are committed to the manufacturing and selling high-quality products and to continually improving our company, our products, and our quality management system.

Business Address: 3430 Schmon Parkway, Thorold, ON L2V 4Y6

Work Location: Same as above.

Type of Employment: Full Time – Permanent

Estimated Start Date: As soon as possible

Job Description:

Assist in conducting biological tests and laboratory analyses

Conduct microbiological, biochemical tests and laboratory analyses

Proceed with biochemical tests and laboratory analyses

Set up and conduct biochemical tests and laboratory analyses

Set up and conduct biological tests and laboratory analyses

Set up and conduct microbiological tests and laboratory analyses

Assist in analysis of data and preparation of reports

Assist in conducting field research and surveys to collect data and samples

Analyze data and prepare reports

Requirements:

Education: Completion of a two- to three-year college program in a field related to agriculture, biology, microbiology, wildlife or resource management is required.

Experience: A minimum of 2 years of experience in biotechnology or related field are required.

General experience working in a life sciences lab is a strong asset.

Work conditions and physical capabilities: Fast-paced environment, Work under pressure, Tight deadlines, Repetitive tasks, Manual dexterity, Attention to detail, Hand-eye co-ordination, Ability to distinguish between colours, Combination of sitting, standing, walking.

Personal Suitability: Accurate, Excellent oral and written communication, Judgement, Organized, Team player, Analytical, Values and Ethics.

Computer and Technology Knowledge: MS Excel, MS Office, MS Outlook, MS PowerPoint, MS Word, MS Windows

Language: English is required

Salary: $34.07 hourly, 40 hours per week.

Benefits: Dental plan, Disability benefits, Health care plan, Vision care benefits, Bonus, Group insurance benefits, Life insurance, Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP), Office tools and equipment provided by the employer, Parking and Free parking available, Learning/training paid by employer, Paid time off (volunteering or personal days), Team building opportunities.

Important information: The regular schedule will be from 9:00 am to 5:30 pm, from Monday to Friday, including one unpaid 30-minute lunch break.

Apply by e-mail to: hr@norgenbiotek.com

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