Lab Technician II (Entry Level)

Integrated DNA Technologies

Iowa City, IA     Full Time

Integrated DNA Technologies, Inc. (IDT) is in the business of moving science forward, and we are growing at a rapid pace! As of June 12, 2020, IDT has produced primer and probe kits sufficient to enable approximately 35 million tests to be conducted in the US pursuant to the CDC EUA testing protocol.

We are currently looking to hire across the organization, offering a large variety of shifts from days, mid-days, overnights, weekends, and everything in between!

Our entry-level scientific lab-based positions are split between three sub-titles, Synthesis, Purification, and Formulation.

More detailed descriptions of each can be found below:

  • The Technician II (Synthesis) synthesizes custom oligonucleotides according to the customer’s order.  This generally includes synthesis, cleavage, deprotection and QC sampling of the products being made.

  • The Technician II (Purification) purifies custom oligonucleotides according to the customer’s order.  This generally includes the sorting, purification, and QC sampling of the products being made.

  • The Technician II (Formulation) formulates custom oligonucleotides according to the customer’s specifications.  This generally includes quantification, final packaging, and QC sampling of the products being made.

What do we require?

Associate’s (2 year) degree OR Comparable combination of education and experience.

A Bachelor’s degree in a science-related field preferred.

 

What do we offer?

Benefits:

  • Generous Paid Time Off Accruals

  • 16 Hours PAID Volunteer Time Off

  • 10 Paid Holidays

  • Up to eight (8) weeks of 100% paid parental leave to eligible U.S. associates

  • 401(k) with Company Match

  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance Options

IDT Core Values [ https://www.idtdna.com/pages/about/core-values ]

  • Be The Best at YOUR Thing!

  • Embrace the UNDERDOG role!

  • Make OLIGOS, not WAR!

  • We Change Our Minds...A Lot!

  • We [heart] Data!

  • Be YOURSELF, unless you're a jerk!

  • Create your own OPPORTUNITIES!

  • COLLABORATION is Key!

Are you ready to join an innovative, fast-paced, new team? Apply Now!

What will your story be?
Begin your story, or add to it, at Integrated DNA Technologies!

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Integrated DNA Technologies (IDT) conducts drug screens and background checks on applicants who accept employment offers.

This is an Evergreen requisition designed to gather talent for current or future open positions. An Evergreen Requisition is an advertisement for positions that Integrated DNA Technologies (IDT) hires for throughout the year, and when we have an ongoing need for new talent.

 

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