We are a San Diego-based biotech company that provides cell cultures, growth media, and cell biology products for research use. We are seeking candidates for the GROWTH MEDIA TECHNICIAN role.

The ideal Technician candidate is energetic, positive, adaptable, dependable, responsible, and takes pride in performing at a high level. Your work directly impacts the life sciences community, as renowned researchers at universities, biotech, and pharmaceutical companies worldwide depend on our products and services to make new discoveries.

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GROWTH MEDIA TECHNICIAN RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE, BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO

• Basal and Growth Media preparation and filtering.
• Buffer and reagent preparation.
• Cleaning of glassware, autoclaving, inventory, and stocking.
• Maintenance and organization of accurate records.
• Labeling and sealing of products.
• Quality Control testing.

GROWTH MEDIA TECHNICIAN CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS

• A B.S. degree in cell biology, chemistry, or closely related field.
• 1-2 years laboratory experience is preferred.
• Possess a great work ethic.
• Track record of completing tasks in precise and punctual fashion.
• Possess manual dexterity and be able to carry out aseptic work.
• Be able to carry out scientific calculations necessary for determining molarity, percentages, cell doubling time, cell concentration, seeding density, etc.
• Working knowledge of standard laboratory procedures and safety.
• Working knowledge of laboratory equipment (i.e. pH meter, scale, pipetting).
• Comfortable with what can sometimes be repetitive work.
• Extremely neat and detail-oriented.
• Candidate must be a team player and have good communication skills.
• Candidate must be organized and have the ability to closely follow direction.
• Basic computer skills (Word, Excel, Google searches).