Laboratory Technician (TEMP, 6 Months)
Overview
Bruker is enabling scientists to make breakthrough discoveries and develop new applications that improve the quality of human life. Bruker’s high-performance scientific instruments and high-value analytical and diagnostic solutions enable scientists to explore life and materials at molecular, cellular, and microscopic levels. In close cooperation with our customers, Bruker is enabling innovation, improved productivity and customer success in life science molecular research, in applied and pharma applications, in microscopy and nanoanalysis, and in industrial applications, as well as in cell biology, preclinical imaging, clinical phenomics and proteomics research and clinical microbiology.
Today, worldwide more than 11000 employees are working on this permanent challenge at over 90 locations on all continents. Bruker continues to build upon its extensive range of products and solutions, its broad base of installed systems and a strong reputation among its customers. Being one of the world's leading analytical instrumentation companies, Bruker is strongly committed to further fully meeting its customers’ needs as well as continuing to develop state-of-the-art technologies and innovative solutions for today's analytical questions.
The Bruker Spatial Biology Division is seeking a Temporary Laboratory Techncian to join us in Bothell, WA. The Manufacturing Lab Technician is responsible for supporting the production of reagents used in various Bruker Spatial Biology Systems, for example, nCounter®, GeoMx®, CosMx®, CellScape®, Beacon®, and PaintScape®. The role requires learning and performing both manual and automated production processes for the manufacturing of raw, intermediate, and final components needed for the multiplexed detection and the quantification of many different types of target molecules from biological samples. In this role, the Lab Tech will learn the skills to operate semi-automated and automated scientific equipment, perform Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), navigate Document Control systems, Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems, etc. Manufacturing Lab Technicians will comply with professional policies and practices to work safely and resolve routine issues.
Responsibilities
• Follow detailed work instructions according to process, product, and Quality System requirements.
• Accurately complete batch records following Good Documentation Practices
• Work both independently and in a team environment.
• Perform incoming quality controls (QC) on raw materials.
• Prepare raw materials for inclusion in finished products.
• Manufacture consumable reagents and fluidic devices critical to various nCounter and Spatial assays and internal processes.
• Manufacture intermediate and finished products.
Qualifications
Requirements:
• A 2-year associates degree in a scientific discipline or industry relevant certificate program that includes coursework in biology, molecular biology, biochemistry, microbiology and/or other life science areas of study.
• Analytical, organizational, documentation, and communications skills.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• Ability to lift and carry 20-25 lbs., including freezer/refrigerator racks.
Preferred Requirements:
• Experience using a micropipet
• Previous exposure in a lab environment, including handling non- to low-hazard chemicals, e.g., ethanol, acetone, etc.
• Good manual dexterity to work in a molecular biology laboratory environment, such as working with small volumes.
• Ability to follow Standard Operating Procedures and record data on batch records. High emphasis on legible, complete, and correct data recording.
• Dependable, detail-oriented, organized, and willing to perform both routine tasks and learn new skills.
• Excellent written & oral communication skills (in person and on the phone) and technical ability.
• Proficient in working with computers (including Microsoft Excel and Word) and analytical equipment.
• Awareness of biological materials such as DNA, RNA, and Proteins.
Bruker is an equal-opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and
other legally protected characteristics.
Certain positions at Bruker require compliance with export control laws and as a result, all interviewed candidates for all positions will be screened pre-interview to determine their eligibility in light of export control restrictions.
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Bruker is enabling scientists to make breakthrough discoveries and develop new applications that improve the quality of human life. Bruker’s high-performance scientific instruments and high-value analytical and diagnostic solutions enable scientists to explore life and materials at molecular, cellular, and microscopic levels. In close cooperation with our customers, Bruker is enabling innovation, improved productivity and customer success in life science molecular research, in applied and pharma applications, in microscopy and nanoanalysis, and in industrial applications, as well as in cell biology, preclinical imaging, clinical phenomics and proteomics research and clinical microbiology.
Today, worldwide more than 11000 employees are working on this permanent challenge at over 90 locations on all continents. Bruker continues to build upon its extensive range of products and solutions, its broad base of installed systems and a strong reputation among its customers. Being one of the world's leading analytical instrumentation companies, Bruker is strongly committed to further fully meeting its customers’ needs as well as continuing to develop state-of-the-art technologies and innovative solutions for today's analytical questions.
The Bruker Spatial Biology Division is seeking a Temporary Laboratory Techncian to join us in Bothell, WA. The Manufacturing Lab Technician is responsible for supporting the production of reagents used in various Bruker Spatial Biology Systems, for example, nCounter®, GeoMx®, CosMx®, CellScape®, Beacon®, and PaintScape®. The role requires learning and performing both manual and automated production processes for the manufacturing of raw, intermediate, and final components needed for the multiplexed detection and the quantification of many different types of target molecules from biological samples. In this role, the Lab Tech will learn the skills to operate semi-automated and automated scientific equipment, perform Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), navigate Document Control systems, Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems, etc. Manufacturing Lab Technicians will comply with professional policies and practices to work safely and resolve routine issues.
Responsibilities
• Follow detailed work instructions according to process, product, and Quality System requirements.
• Accurately complete batch records following Good Documentation Practices
• Work both independently and in a team environment.
• Perform incoming quality controls (QC) on raw materials.
• Prepare raw materials for inclusion in finished products.
• Manufacture consumable reagents and fluidic devices critical to various nCounter and Spatial assays and internal processes.
• Manufacture intermediate and finished products.
Qualifications
Requirements:
• A 2-year associates degree in a scientific discipline or industry relevant certificate program that includes coursework in biology, molecular biology, biochemistry, microbiology and/or other life science areas of study.
• Analytical, organizational, documentation, and communications skills.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• Ability to lift and carry 20-25 lbs., including freezer/refrigerator racks.
Preferred Requirements:
• Experience using a micropipet
• Previous exposure in a lab environment, including handling non- to low-hazard chemicals, e.g., ethanol, acetone, etc.
• Good manual dexterity to work in a molecular biology laboratory environment, such as working with small volumes.
• Ability to follow Standard Operating Procedures and record data on batch records. High emphasis on legible, complete, and correct data recording.
• Dependable, detail-oriented, organized, and willing to perform both routine tasks and learn new skills.
• Excellent written & oral communication skills (in person and on the phone) and technical ability.
• Proficient in working with computers (including Microsoft Excel and Word) and analytical equipment.
• Awareness of biological materials such as DNA, RNA, and Proteins.
Bruker is an equal-opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and
other legally protected characteristics.
Certain positions at Bruker require compliance with export control laws and as a result, all interviewed candidates for all positions will be screened pre-interview to determine their eligibility in light of export control restrictions.
#LI-RD1