Bacteriology Lab Technician

Job Description Summary:

The goal of this role is to manage the day-to-day operations of the technical aspects of the laboratory quality system. This individual will coordinate the activities required to meet ISO technical requirements; monitor and advise on how the system is performing; as well as distribute reports regarding performance. They will liaise with other internal Lab Quality and Technical Specialists to ensure compliance. Job Description:

• •Maintain sufficient inventory of laboratory supplies to prevent work delays.
• •Accurately process samples in a time efficient manner.
• •Follow procedures as outlined in laboratory work instructions.
• •Perform assigned routine laboratory tests under direct supervision.
• •Prepare media and solutions used within the laboratory.
• •Enter samples and results into the laboratory data management system

• Be willing to work weekend rotations, as necessary.
• •Follow company policy and meet established requirements regarding
• biosecurity, animal welfare, safety, ISO 17025 accreditation, and drugs and
• alcohol.
• •Attendance during normal working hours or assigned working schedule, as
• determined by Laboratory Management.
• •Maintain good laboratory hygiene in regards to the work space, equipment, or
• tools utilized.
• •May perform other duties as required by Laboratory Management.

• Physical Requirements:
• •A person in this position will be expected to walk/stand for extended periods of time.
• •Must be able to move safely over/traverse uneven terrain.
• •Frequently carry/lift objects and equipment weighing up to 20lbs.
• •Ability to perform repetitive tasks that require hand/wrist dexterity.
• •Must be able to safely pick up materials stored at ground level.
• •Must be able to apply 50 lbs. of force to push carts.
• •Ability to frequently kneel/squat.
• •Must be capable of performing tasks squatting at floor level or on knees.
• •Ability to conduct repetitive tasks.
• •Ability to wear work-required PPE for identified tasks, such as safety glasses,
• work gloves, work shoes, etc.
• •Exposed at times to airborne particles, such as dust and dander.
• •Over the course of assigned tasks, a person in this position will be exposed to
• chemicals, such as detergents, disinfectants, and vaccines.
• •Will have to conduct work inside year round. Some situations may require work
• outside.
• •May be exposed to very hot and cold temperatures.
• •Will be exposed to farm related smells and foul odors.
• •While handling samples, a person in this position may be exposed to blood and
• other bodily fluids.

Other Conditions:

• •Candidate must be comfortable handling farm samples while maintaining
• sample integrity
• •Candidate should have the ability to remain cognizant of surroundings, task at
• hand, aberrant results, potential contamination, and general data collecting
• practices
• •For bio-security purposes, candidate cannot own or house any wild or
• domesticated avian species
• Many tasks performed in this role may require repetitive bending, lifting,
• kneeling, standing, walking, and contact with live animals

USA Benefits:

Aviagen provides a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the healthcare and financial well-being of our employees. Aviagen offers medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Teladoc, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability coverage, subject to the terms and conditions of Plan documents. Additionally, you will be eligible for company-

observed paid Holidays and Paid Time Off (PTO) at a rate of 14 days per year, prorated based on your hire date.

EEOC Statement:

• We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive
• consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national
• origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected
• by law.