Laboratory Technician I
EDENIQ INC
Summary
The Laboratory Technician I reports to the Laboratory Supervisor and is responsible for conducting and qualifying for assigned assays/assay sets while supporting essential lab functions and conducting work in compliance with all safety, health, and environmental rules and regulations. The Lab Tech I, under the mentorship and guidance of the Lab Supervisor and assigned lab team members, should make efforts to advance to Laboratory Technician II through additional assay qualification and completing mastery of an assay; proving their abilities to coach and effectively train others.
Job description
Summary
The Laboratory Technician I reports to the Laboratory Supervisor and is responsible for conducting and qualifying for assigned assays/assay sets while supporting essential lab functions and conducting work in compliance with all safety, health, and environmental rules and regulations. The Lab Tech I, under the mentorship and guidance of the Lab Supervisor and assigned lab team members, should make efforts to advance to Laboratory Technician II through additional assay qualification and completing mastery of an assay; proving their abilities to coach and effectively train others.
Essential Functions
- Performs 4 – 5 assigned lab assays pursuant to weekly run schedule
- Complete training and qualifications of core team assays
- Perform core team assays and submit data entry in a timely and accurate basis, meeting all quality assurance requirements
- Complete training in and perform initial qualification on prep and solids
- Begin training in additional assay qualification for Lab Tech II requirements, with direction from Lab Supervisor
- Support lab workflow, assisting other lab team members in ongoing runs
- Create buffers and prep samples for team assays
- Create and maintain stock solutions of reagents and analytical standards
- Support data reintegration
- Maintains accurate lab and data records in accordance with Company policies
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe laboratory work environment, and other tasks as assigned by Lab Supervisor
- Perform duties safely and in compliance with applicable safety, health, and environmental policies and regulations
- Other duties, as assigned
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Ability to follow written Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) with minimal supervision
- Previous HPLC experience preferred but not required
- Proficient in basic algebraic and statistical calculations
- Working knowledge of safe chemical handling procedures
- Ability to read, understand, and follow Safety Data Sheet (SDS) and applicable chemical safety procedures
- Data analysis experience, including use of statistics and software calculation tools, Excel preferred
- Knowledge and understanding of QC/QA analyses
- Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite
- Ability to function effectively and professionally in a team environment
- Effective verbal and written communication skills
Requirements
- B.A./B.S. in lab sciences or similar field
- Ability to follow written Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) with minimal supervision
- Proficient in basic algebraic and statistical calculations
- Working knowledge of safe chemical handling procedures
- Ability to read, understand, and follow Safety Data Sheet (SDS) and applicable chemical safety procedures
- Data analysis experience, including use of statistics and software calculation tools
- Knowledge and understanding of QC/QA analyses
- Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite
- Ability to function effectively and professionally in a team environment
- Effective verbal and written communication skills
- Legally authorized to work in the United States
Benefits
- Medical, Dental & Vision
- Life Insurance
- Paid Parental Leave
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- 9 Paid Holidays
Company overview
Edeniq, Inc. is a leading biotechnology company specializing in innovative analytical solutions and technology development for the biofuels industry. Founded in 2008 and headquartered in Visalia, California with a field office in Omaha, Nebraska, the company focuses on developing processes for producing and measuring cellulosic ethanol from corn kernel fiber through its proprietary Intellulose technology. Edeniq's core expertise lies in the analysis of fiber and cellulosic ethanol, helping ethanol producers quantify increased yield value, reduce carbon intensity, and optimize plant operations. The company's Pathway Technology integrates high-shear equipment with cellulase enzymes to convert corn kernel fiber to cellulosic ethanol, requiring zero capital investment and easily integrating into existing ethanol production facilities. Edeniq has established itself as the top analytical testing service provider for ethanol producers across North America, with its technology enabling customers to comply with EPA regulations and generate valuable cellulosic Renewable Identification Numbers (RINs) under the Renewable Fuel Standard.