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Laboratory Technician I - Micro

Des Moines, IA, us💼 Full-time🗓 2026-08-21 → 2026-09-26

Core

Perform timely and accurate analysis of samples in a microbiology lab, preparing samples, operating equipment, and maintaining records to meet customer commitments and regulatory standards.

Role type

Laboratory Technician I (Microbiology)

Builds

Analytical test results and data for clients

Domain

Food testing and environmental analysis

Deliverable

production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work

Required skills

Proficiency in core analytical methods, operation of basic lab equipment, sample weighing and preparation, data recording and entry, identification of analytical difficulties, solution of method/matrix/analytical problems

Preferred skills

Ability to conduct assigned methods with minimal supervision, recommendation of efficient equipment or procedures

Technologies

eLIMS, BookMaster, logbook, record book

Responsibilities

Adhere to Quality System documents and regulatory standards (ISO/IEC 17025, cGMP, GLP), maintain a clean and safe work environment, perform sample analysis and data reduction, maintain accurate record systems, identify need for rechecks, maintain clean glassware and prepare solutions, report analytical difficulties with proposed solutions, ensure proprietary methodologies are not disclosed, respond to client and staff queries, remain current on technical advancements, recommend equipment or procedure improvements, perform other related duties

Seniority

Entry-level to Junior, hands-on IC

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