Lab Technician - Genetic Toxicology at Frontage Laboratories – Concord, Ohio

This position will provide technical support for performing standard genetic toxicology assays to include, but not limited to cell-based, bacterial reverse mutation, rodent bone marrow and blood-based micronucleus, as well as other in vitro and in vivo-related activities.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Follow protocols and SOPs to perform assigned tasks
• Maintain the laboratory in a 5S neat, clean, and organized manner
• Perform routine laboratory stock inventory
• Performing standard microbiological procedures such as bacterial inoculation, density determination, plating, counting colonies using automated colony counter
• Conducting cell-based assays and maintaining mammalian cell lines
• Accurately record observations and document results in accordance with GLP guideline and departmental SOPs
• Maintain study records

ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS:

• Self-motivated, detail oriented, and follow provided instructions, protocols, SOPs
• Familiarity with basic laboratory techniques and equipment
• Strong pipetting skills
• Basic math skills to perform routine calculations
• Have a good understanding of Microsoft Excel

The ideal candidate will be a motivated team player with excellent writing and oral communication skills, and strong problem-solving capabilities. Previous experience working in a laboratory setting is a plus but not required.

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor’s degree in biology, microbiology, chemistry or other related field. Equivalent experience will be also considered.

Frontage Laboratories Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with disability.