Laboratory Technician

Job summary

This role involves supporting human health research through hands-on laboratory work in a dynamic R&D environment. The primary responsibilities include maintaining mammalian cell cultures, processing clinical study samples, and conducting molecular biology and immunological analyses while adhering to high scientific standards.

Qualifications

• Relevant educational background such as Laboratory Technician, Biomedical Laboratory Scientist, or a degree in Biotechnology, Biology, Biomedicine, Life Sciences, or a related field.
• Practical experience with mammalian cell culture and handling biological or clinical samples.
• Familiarity with molecular biology techniques including nucleic acid extraction and PCR methods.
• Experience with immunological assays like ELISA is advantageous.
• Strong attention to detail and effective organizational skills.
• Proficient in written and spoken English.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and prepare mammalian cell cultures for in vitro studies.
• Process and document clinical trial samples accurately.
• Perform routine molecular biology techniques and immunological assays.
• Support method development and troubleshoot laboratory procedures.
• Ensure compliance with safety and quality standards in laboratory operations.

Skills

• Hands-on laboratory experience and knowledge of structured documentation systems.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple projects effectively.

Education

• Relevant qualifications in life sciences or related fields are required.

Tools

• Familiarity with laboratory software and equipment used in molecular biology and immunology.