Laboratory Technician I, Overnight Sequencing, M-F 7PM - 3:30AM EST
Azenta Life Sciences
Summary
Laboratory Technician I is an entry-level position. We handle Whole Plasmid Sequencing in the Overnight Sequencing department. We strictly follow SOPs and focus on sorting and processing hundreds of customer samples per day. Processing includes preparing the samples further, purification, and loading the samples onto sequencing machines. We work as both individuals and as a team to form synergies and increase efficiency. We utilize biochemical techniques along with suitable equipment and tools for sequencing DNA such as micropipettes and multichannel pipettes.
Job description
How Will You Add Value
Laboratory Technician I is an entry-level position. We handle Whole Plasmid Sequencing in the Overnight Sequencing department. We strictly follow SOPs and focus on sorting and processing hundreds of customer samples per day. Processing includes preparing the samples further, purification, and loading the samples onto sequencing machines. We work as both individuals and as a team to form synergies and increase efficiency. We utilize biochemical techniques along with suitable equipment and tools for sequencing DNA such as micropipettes and multichannel pipettes.
What You'll Do
- Maintain cleanliness of work area
- Sort incoming samples
- Prepare a sequencing template, including preparation, amplification, and PCR purification
- Assist in purifying sequencing templates and load samples onto sequencing machines
- Perform quality processing with little errors
- May need to work with automation platforms
- Communicate with customers by email and phone in a friendly and professional manner
- Communicate with internal team/employees via email and phone
- Prepare samples to ship to our New Jersey location daily
- May require working overtime and/or weekends; alternative shifts may be assigned with advanced notice
- All of the responsibilities from Lab Assistant
- Other duties as assigned
What You Will Bring
- High School Diploma required
- Associate's or Bachelor's Degree preferred
- 1+ years of lab work experience preferred
- Ability to lift 30 lbs
- The position requires both sitting and standing for 3 hours a day
- Must be able to bend, twist and walk for extended periods of time
- Competent in Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, Word, Teams, etc.) required
- Previous experience in production (any industry) is preferred
- Fine motor skills and hand-eye coordination
- Strong attention to detail
- Knowledge of sterile techniques, preventative measures, and laboratory best practices
- Ability to work autonomously and under pressure
- Ability to learn and retain new concepts and tasks
- Take ownership of actions and results
- Ability to work collaboratively in a team setting
- Open to flexible work hours based on business demand
- LIMS experience is a plus
Requirements
- High School Diploma required
- Associate's or Bachelor's Degree preferred
- 1+ years of lab work experience preferred
- Ability to lift 30 lbs
- Competent in Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, Word, Teams, etc.) required
- Previous experience in production (any industry) is preferred
- Fine motor skills and hand-eye coordination
- Strong attention to detail
- Knowledge of sterile techniques, preventative measures, and laboratory best practices
- Ability to work autonomously and under pressure
- Ability to work collaboratively in a team setting
- LIMS experience is a plus
Company overview
Azenta Life Sciences is a leading global provider of comprehensive life sciences solutions dedicated to enabling impactful breakthroughs and therapies to reach the market faster. Headquartered in Burlington, Massachusetts, the company operates worldwide with approximately 3,000 employees across North America, Europe, and Asia. Azenta offers an integrated suite of sample exploration and management solutions that accelerate discovery, development, and delivery processes for pharmaceutical, biotechnology, academic, and healthcare institutions. Their core capabilities span genomics services through GENEWIZ, cryogenic storage systems, laboratory automation, and informatics solutions. The company provides reliable cold-chain sample management, automated storage systems, consumables, instruments, and laboratory information management systems (LIMS) to support drug development, clinical research, and advanced cell therapies. Azenta's mission focuses on helping life sciences organizations operate with greater speed and precision while maintaining sample integrity throughout the research continuum.