Job Description
Job Descriptionjob summary:
Schedule: Onsite, Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
We are currently looking for a passionate Research Technician to join our BioMonitoring R&D Team in Bellevue, WA. In this role, you will play a crucial part in expanding our food pathogen diagnostics portfolio, supporting development projects, and contributing to our BioMonitoring strategy. As a member of our global cross-functional team, you will have the opportunity to help drive innovative projects, analyze data, and engage in scientific discussions. If you're ready to make a real impact in the field of food safety and be part of a dynamic, forward-thinking organization, we'd love to hear from you.
location: Saint Louis, Missouri
job type: Contract
salary: $25 - 30 per hour
work hours: 7 to 3
education: Bachelors
responsibilities:
- Assist scientists with food study research, including performing background research and general lab maintenance.
- Conduct PCR/qPCR and aseptic technique procedures.
- Work in a BSL-2 lab environment while wearing PPE at all times.
- Handle food bacterial pathogens (must be comfortable working with food-related microbes).
- Maintain laboratory equipment and ensure compliance with safety protocols.
qualifications:
Required:
- BA/BS in Life Sciences (Biology, Chemistry, Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, or Microbiology).
- 1-3 years of lab-based experience in Life Sciences or Microbiology.
- Experience working in a BSL-2 laboratory environment.
- Ability to lift 15 - 20 lbs. (food sample enrichments).
Preferred:
- Hands-on experience with microbiology techniques such as culture media preparation, culture propagation, and identification.
- Strong proficiency in aseptic technique.
- Experience in experimental planning, data interpretation, and troubleshooting.
- Background in food microbiology and diagnostics.
- Familiarity with biohazard safety procedures and microbiological environmental monitoring.
- Experience with PCR and/or immunological assays.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel is strongly preferred.
- Strong motivation, attention to detail, and ability to work independently in a high-achieving team.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills in a diverse team environment.
- Ability to perform in a fast-paced, high-pressure setting.
- Experience in Good Documentation Practices (GDP) within a research environment.
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skills: PCR, Microbiology, GMP (Good Manufacturing Practice)
Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.
At Randstad, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact HRsupport@randstadusa.com.
Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility).
This posting is open for thirty (30) days.