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JOB REQUIREMENTS: Microbiology Lab Technician (Madison) Category: Life Science Employment Type: Contract To Hire Reference: BH-374992 *Shift Start:10:30AM Tuesday-Saturday Must be able to work 10+ hours of overtime if needed. *Pay rate: \$19.50/hr. We are looking for a Lab Technician in Madison, WI 53704 USA. Your mission will be to: - No previous laboratory experience is required Read plates and tubes, as required, to determine the number of organisms in the sample Record findings on worksheet for verification Write identification onto plates so that client and sample number can be tracked Pipette sample solution into tubes or plates according to the analysis process being performed Pour the agar into plates or tubes to begin the growth process Prepare sample for analysis by recording, weighing, and blending Collect plates and place them in the incubator for the specified amount of time and temperature Prepare media and broth for use in pathogen testing as required Sterilize materials needed for analysis. Autoclave plates before discarding Perform food poisoning, pH and other analysis tests on sample when requested by the client Ensure that media and materials are prepared for the next testing sequence Maintain knowledge of Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) that is required to complete job responsibilities Set up equipment and materials needed for analysis Support corporate quality and continuous improvement process Perform necessary housekeeping duties in a timely manner, keeping the work areas and equipment clean and sanitized Must participate in cleaning schedule and maintain retain samples as required Education Requirement: High School Diploma or equivalent required, Associates or Bachelors degree in Biological Sciences or related fields preferred. Work Environment: The incumbent works in a laboratory setting with proper lighting and temperature control. Occasional exposure to laboratory fumes, chemicals, and materials will occur when in the laboratory. Safety equipment of gloves, laboratory coat and eyeglasses may need to be worn depending on the testing process. The incumbent may use the autoclave daily to complete the analysis process. Continuous lifting of analysis materials weighing up to 50 pounds are necessary to transport media materials. The incumbent can expect extended time spent in a standing position. The incumbent should be able to detect slight variation in shades of colors. Note: Any pay ranges displayed are estimations. Actual pay is determined by an applicant\'s experience, technical expertise, and other qualifications as listed in the job description. All qualified applicants are welcome to apply. Yoh, a Day & Zimmermann company, is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard... For full info follow application link. Yoh, a Day & Zimmermann company, is an Equal Opportunity Employer, M/F/D/V. ***** APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Apply Online: ipc.us/t/9297684E178A486F This position is listed by a private employment agency. The agency is the legal employer. No fee will be charged of the job applicant.