Animal Laboratory Technician (Bulk Hiring) (261642)

Job Title: Animal Laboratory Technician (Bulk Hiring)

Location: Salisbury, MD, 21801

Duration: 06 months

Pay Rate: $17- $18 hr. on W2 AI

Notes:

• Pay rate of $18 per hour for college graduates and $17 per hour for non-graduates.
• Positions available for both handling and collecting blood from horseshoe crabs and processing the blood in a laboratory setting. Selected workers will be trained on all SOPs and cGMPs, as well as general aseptic processing and disinfecting techniques.
• The work schedule is Mon-Fri, 5:30 AM until finished, usually between 4:00 PM and 4:30 PM. Will work 4/5 of those days.

Primary Role Responsibilities:

• Assist with the horseshoe crab blood collection process per approved SOPs; includes setting up and preparing the collection area, cleaning and preparing crabs, aseptically collecting blood, and cleaning and disinfecting the area at the end of the day.
• Assist in crab blood processing per approved SOPs; includes all processing lab assignments: centrifuging, pipetting, sonication, solution preparation, and cleaning and disinfecting the area at the end of the day.
• Aseptically handle filled and unfilled collection bottles in and out of bio-safety cabinets (hoods).
• Timely and accurate completion of all required paperwork entries per SOPs.
• Clean and maintain production equipment.
• Tag crabs with US Fish & Wildlife tags.

Skill and/or Education Requirements:

• 1-2 years experience in a production environment is desirable or HS diploma.
• Able to follow written procedures and carry out those procedures to completion.
• Organization skills, time management skills, excellent attendance.
• Written and oral communication skills.
• Teamwork - willing to work closely with others to meet departmental objectives.
• Computer skills.

Working Conditions:

• Working conditions vary from the laboratory environment to crab holding areas.
• Some overtime work will be required.
• May require long periods of standing, heavy lifting (up to 50 lbs), repetitive motions, and chemical hazards.
• Daily cleaning with strong disinfectant solutions is required. Persons with sensitivity or allergies to cleaning and disinfecting solutions should not apply.

About ASK: ASK Consulting is an award-winning technology and professional services recruiting firm servicing Fortune 500 organizations nationally. With 5 nationwide offices, two global delivery centers, and employees in 42 states, ASK Consulting connects people with amazing opportunities.

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