Biotechnician job description
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Example biotechnician requirements on a job description
Biotechnician requirements can be divided into technical requirements and required soft skills. The lists below show the most common requirements included in biotechnician job postings.
Sample biotechnician requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Biotechnology, Biology or relevant field.
- Experience in laboratory research and development.
- Knowledge of biology, biochemistry, genetics and other related fields.
- Proficient in molecular biology techniques.
- Proficient in computer software applications.
Sample required biotechnician soft skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Strong analytical, problem solving and decision-making skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Detail-oriented and organized.
- Ability to work under pressure.
Biotechnician job description example 1
PerkinElmer biotechnician job description
Job Title
Production Support Biotechnician - Clarification & Concentration (1st Shift: 7AM - 3:30PM)
Location(s)
San Diego - BioLegend
BioLegend develops world-class, cutting-edge antibodies and reagents for biomedical research, manufactured in our state-of-the-art facility in San Diego, CA. Our mission is to accelerate research and discovery by providing the highest quality products at an outstanding value, along with superior customer service and technical support. Our product expertise covers a diverse set of research areas including Immunology, Neuroscience, Cancer, Stem cells, and Cell Biology.
Job Summary
BioLegend's Production Support Technician will be responsible for clarification and concentration of cell culture harvests; In addition to, other production support related functions such as running SDS and IEF gels, ELISA's, and mycoplasma assays as needed. Additional duties will include washing dirty containers that are used throughout the process, lab cleanliness, monitoring supply stocks and completing batch records.
The candidate will be a key member in our Manufacturing team and work closely with tissue culture and purification. The successful candidate will be responsible for performing large and small scale cell culture clarification and concentration. The desired candidate must be a team-player who is organized and has strong verbal and written communication skills and is able to work in a very fast paced environment. Great attention to detail is also a skill that will allow the candidate to be successful. The candidate must also be able to multitask, work independently and meet deadlines.
Essential Functions
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Large and small scale cell culture clarification and concentration Perform analytical assays such as SDS PAGE gels, IEF gels and other assays as needed Follow SOP's, batch records and other compliance related documentation Experience working in a regulated environment such as ISO 9001, ISO 13485, QSR or GMP is preferred Familiarity with inventory control and/or ERP systems is a plus Other projects or responsibilities as may be required.
iACT Competencies
innovate - Be better, keep improving, be more efficient, creative, and be in the forefront of development Aspire - Have desire, purpose, and ambition challenging ourselves to push the limits and reach new heights Collaborate - Foster teamwork, common goals, selflessness, communication and mutual support Transform - Adapt, learn, re-invent and change for future development and growth
Minimum Qualifications - Education and Experience
AA degree with minimum of 2 yrs industry experience.
Work Environment & Physical Demands
Lab
While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works in a laboratory environment with occasional data entry on a computer. Occasional exposure to a warehouse environment.The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands and fingers to handle, feel, or operate objects, tools or controls, and reach with hands and arms. The employee is frequently required to stand, talk and hear.
Condition of Employment
Concerns regarding COVID-19 continue as positive cases are experienced in the communities in which we operate. Please be aware that, as a condition of employment, BioLegend requires proof of COVID vaccination for all U.S.-based employees (subject to limited exceptions) beginning January 18, 2022.
PerkinElmer is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability status, age, or veteran status or any other characteristics protected by applicable law. PerkinElmer is committed to a culturally diverse workforce.
Production Support Biotechnician - Clarification & Concentration (1st Shift: 7AM - 3:30PM)
Location(s)
San Diego - BioLegend
BioLegend develops world-class, cutting-edge antibodies and reagents for biomedical research, manufactured in our state-of-the-art facility in San Diego, CA. Our mission is to accelerate research and discovery by providing the highest quality products at an outstanding value, along with superior customer service and technical support. Our product expertise covers a diverse set of research areas including Immunology, Neuroscience, Cancer, Stem cells, and Cell Biology.
Job Summary
BioLegend's Production Support Technician will be responsible for clarification and concentration of cell culture harvests; In addition to, other production support related functions such as running SDS and IEF gels, ELISA's, and mycoplasma assays as needed. Additional duties will include washing dirty containers that are used throughout the process, lab cleanliness, monitoring supply stocks and completing batch records.
The candidate will be a key member in our Manufacturing team and work closely with tissue culture and purification. The successful candidate will be responsible for performing large and small scale cell culture clarification and concentration. The desired candidate must be a team-player who is organized and has strong verbal and written communication skills and is able to work in a very fast paced environment. Great attention to detail is also a skill that will allow the candidate to be successful. The candidate must also be able to multitask, work independently and meet deadlines.
Essential Functions
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Large and small scale cell culture clarification and concentration Perform analytical assays such as SDS PAGE gels, IEF gels and other assays as needed Follow SOP's, batch records and other compliance related documentation Experience working in a regulated environment such as ISO 9001, ISO 13485, QSR or GMP is preferred Familiarity with inventory control and/or ERP systems is a plus Other projects or responsibilities as may be required.
iACT Competencies
innovate - Be better, keep improving, be more efficient, creative, and be in the forefront of development Aspire - Have desire, purpose, and ambition challenging ourselves to push the limits and reach new heights Collaborate - Foster teamwork, common goals, selflessness, communication and mutual support Transform - Adapt, learn, re-invent and change for future development and growth
Minimum Qualifications - Education and Experience
AA degree with minimum of 2 yrs industry experience.
Work Environment & Physical Demands
Lab
While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works in a laboratory environment with occasional data entry on a computer. Occasional exposure to a warehouse environment.The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands and fingers to handle, feel, or operate objects, tools or controls, and reach with hands and arms. The employee is frequently required to stand, talk and hear.
Condition of Employment
Concerns regarding COVID-19 continue as positive cases are experienced in the communities in which we operate. Please be aware that, as a condition of employment, BioLegend requires proof of COVID vaccination for all U.S.-based employees (subject to limited exceptions) beginning January 18, 2022.
PerkinElmer is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability status, age, or veteran status or any other characteristics protected by applicable law. PerkinElmer is committed to a culturally diverse workforce.
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Updated March 14, 2024
Updated March 14, 2024