Laboratory Technician (PCR) at IDEXX Laboratories, Inc in Columbia, Missouri

Job Description:

As aLaboratory Technician (PCR) at IDEXX, you will be a key contributor at one of the largest veterinary diagnostic companies in the world. You will perform laboratory testing that helps the scientific community to improve animal and human health. You will join a fast-paced work environment that encourages teamwork, quality, and offers opportunities for personal growth. This is a full-time role with competitive benefits.

IDEXX BioAnalytics' scientific expertise takes a novel approach to the discovery of new diagnostic tests that supplement a robust portfolio of products and services. We partner with Pharma, BioTech, and Academia (the scientific community) to improve animal and human health.

In this Role:
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You will be using automated analyzers, microscopes and other laboratory diagnostic tools to perform analyses and tests that diagnose animal illnesses, injuries, and diseases in support of the scientific community.
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You will be performing diagnostic tests on blood, samples that we receive in our lab by the thousands, every day.
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You will be responsible for setting up and running lab tests and reading and releasing results according to SOPs (Standard Operating Procedures).

You can expect to specialize in one or more of the following areas:
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PCR (Polymerase Chain Reaction):Examining samples for the presence of specific substances (often bacteria) using molecular diagnostic methods.

What You Will Need to Succeed:
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Ideally, you will have experience working in a laboratory. Experience setting up, running and reading lab test and operating laboratory equipment (microscopes and/or clinical diagnostic analyzers) would be a plus.
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You have a positive attitude and love to bring that energy into the lab every day to support your colleagues
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You are looking forward to working in a team
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You concentrate on the details and can work reliably and precisely
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You have a great sense of team spirit and responsibility
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You possess a High School diploma or equivalent combination of education and experience is required. A 2-, 3- or 4-year degree in a Science-related field is preferred.
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Able to meet the physical requirements that go with working in a lab - standing and sitting for extended periods of time, phone & computer use, extended reach, lifting up to 50lb, and specific vision ability - close, color, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
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This is a laboratory, so there is potential exposure to biohazards, agents known to cause zoonotic diseases, and hazardous chemicals.

Schedule:
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This is a full time (40 hr/wk), day shift position, with some felxibility in shifts 9:00am-5:30pm, 9:30am-6:00pm, or 10:00am-6:30pm Monday-Friday,
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The shifts and hours may vary slightly depending on business need.
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Reliable and dependable attendance is an essential function of the position.

Why IDEXX?
We're proud of the work we do, because our work matters. An innovation leader in every industry we serve, we follow our Purpose and Guiding Principles to help pet owners worldwide keep their companion animals healthy and happy, to ensure safe drinking water for billions, and to help farmers protect livestock and poultry from disease. We have customers in over 175 countries and a global workforce of over 9,000 talented people.

So, what does that mean for you? We enrich the livelihoods of our employees with a positive and respectful work culture that embraces challenges and encourages learning and discovery. At IDEXX, you will be supported by competitive compensation, incentives, and benefits while enjoying purposeful work that drives improvement.

Let's pursue what matters together.

Does this sound like the opportunity for you?Apply today!

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