GENEWIZ LLC

At Azenta, new ideas, new technologies and new ways of thinking are driving our future. Our customer focused culture encourages employees to embrace innovation and challenge the status quo with novel thinking and collaborative work relationships.

All we accomplish is grounded in our core values of Customer Focus, Achievement, Accountability, Teamwork, Employee Value and Integrity

Job TitleLaboratory Technician, Gene Synthesis, M-F 8am-430pm

Job Description

Position Title: Laboratory Technician

Location: Indianapolis, IN

Shift: M-F 8am-430pm

Intro

At Azenta, new ideas, new technologies and new ways of thinking are driving our future. Our customer-focused culture encourages employees to embrace innovation and challenge the status quo with novel thinking and collaborative work relationships. 

Azenta Life Sciences is a global leader in the life sciences space with headquarters in Burlington, MA, and offices and operations worldwide. We are a market leader in automated bio sample management solutions and genomic services across areas such as drug development, clinical and advanced cell therapies for the industry's top pharmaceutical, biotech, academic and healthcare institutions globally.   We provide unparalleled capabilities with our lab analysis, sample management and storage services, informatics software, and consumables, with the largest installed base managing over 1 billion samples globally.

How You’ll Make an Impact 
 The Laboratory Technician I is responsible for completing sample preparation service activities including but not limited to normalized and volumetric aliquots, DNA/RNA purification, DNA/RNA quantifications, and other client specific procedures. The incumbent is accountable for performing and documenting all activities as prescribed in the corresponding SOPs.

What You’ll Do 

Strictly following SOPs and site trainer’s direction as it relates to sample handling, project processing and related documentation Adhering to safety protocols to ensure a safe environment Receiving and sort incoming samples or orders based on designed workflow Performing gene synthesis, including PCR, cloning, E. coli transformation initiation and QC Communicating with customers by e-mail in a professional manner Labware Washing, biohazard waste collection and packaging of samples and related material Assisting and maintain the cleanliness of work area Moderate physical activity; standing and walking for considerable periods.Handling of reagents and instruments commonly associated with biology and chemistry labs.Occasional lifting of light to moderately heavy objects

What You Will Bring

B.S in Biology or related field required Associates degree in Biology or related field with be consideredPrevious lab experience preferred Experience in Molecular biology techniques: PCR, gel electrophoresis, cloning and sanger sequencing result analysisKnowledge of sterile techniques, preventative measures, and laboratory best practicesWorking knowledge of MS Office (especially Excel) and database systemsAbility to work autonomously and under pressureOpen to feedback and proactively works to address gaps/issues Ability to learn and retain new concepts and tasks Takes ownership of actions and results Ability to work collaboratively in a team setting Open to flexible work hours based on business demand 

EOE M/F/Disabled/VET

If any applicant is unable to complete an application or respond to a job opening because of a disability, please email at HR.Recruiting@azenta.com for assistance. 

Azenta is an Equal Opportunity Employer. This company considers candidates regardless of race, color, age, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.