Scientific Research and Development Laboratory Technician

5 days ago


Reno, Nevada, United States Phigenics Full time
Job Opportunity

Phigenics, a leading provider of expert guidance and advanced technologies, is seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Research and Development Laboratory Technician to join their team in Reno, Nevada.

The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining a diverse spectrum of microbial cultures, utilizing liquid culture methods and solid phase media methods. This role requires a self-driven individual who is passionate about making a meaningful impact in the field of waterborne pathogens detection.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Maintain and cultivate microbial cultures using various methods
  • Perform spread plating and plating for isolation
  • Select and analyze colonies
  • Cultivate amoeba

Requirements:

  • Basic knowledge of molecular detection methods, including traditional PCR and QPCR
  • Understanding of water disinfection techniques and chemistry
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite and basic statistical analysis and data presentation

Education and Experience:

  • Currently pursuing a bachelor's degree in Biotechnology or Microbiology from a four-year college or university with a 3.0+ grade point average
  • Prior experience in Biotechnology or Microbiology is an asset
  • Experience with oxidant disinfection techniques in water management systems is an asset
  • Experience with primer/probe design is an asset
  • Experience with DNA and protein sequence analysis software is an asset
  • Experience in enzymatic activity assays, especially colorimetric

Work Environment and Travel:

The Research and Development Laboratory Technician will perform laboratory duties, including dishwashing, media making, autoclaving, and decontamination of surfaces as needed. This role requires attendance at biosafety training due to the nature of the organisms involved. No travel is expected for this position.

Phigenics LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate based on actual or perceived race, creed, color, religion, alien status, age or national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, disability or handicap, sex, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, arrest record, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.



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