The Buffer Associate I will support the Production Department by preparing buffers for in-house use and finished products.

What you will do:

• Play a key role in buffer making process

• prepare stock buffers from raw chemicals; purify buffers through filtration systems

• pH buffers and take analytical measurements of buffers; prepare chemical components for Magnetic particles manufacturing

• Follow buffer recipe according to SOP to properly produce components

• Complete all required documentation for proper traceability

• Generate clear and concise reports

• Interact with senior laboratory personnel to review progress and present results

• Follows company, industry, state, federal safety standards are being followed including OSHA, EPA, and waste management

• Maintain laboratory, cleaning, maintenance and safety per SOPs

• Follow established company SOP and ISO 9001 guidelines

What you will need:

• BS or MS degree in life science field or equivalent experience

• 1+ years of previous experience in laboratory setting or similar experience

• Able to obtain full face respirator certification upon hire

What you will bring:

• Solid communication, organization, and time-management skills

• Demonstrate excellent organizational skill and ability to manage large amount of technical data and documentation

• Proficiency with standard computer software

• Ability to lift 30 lbs

What we offer:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance

• 100% employer paid short-term and long-term disability & life insurance

• Generous PTO package

• Paid day off to celebrate your birthday!

• Quarterly and yearly bonus incentives

• Up to 4% match for 401k and Roth

• Pet insurance

• Employee Assistance Program

• Employee Discount Program

• And much more!

What else you need to know:

• Location: Norcross, GA

• Hours: Monday – Friday, Flexible start time to be determined with your manager, between 7 AM-9 AM

About Omega Bio-tek

OUR HISTORY

Since its founding in 1998, Omega Bio-tek has been at the forefront of nucleic acid purification by offering products for clinical and basic research, biotechnology, and agricultural applications. DNA and RNA extraction is the first step for so many downstream analyses, and efficient and clean nucleic isolation is crucial. Our goal is to offer high-quality products to help you improve your workflows.

For the best option for all of your extraction needs, we offer multiple nucleic acid extraction chemistries including magnetic beads, silica membranes, and salting out. These three different methods are available in a wide range of different kits and configurations for a total of over 900 products.

Omega Bio-tek’s headquarters are located in Norcross, Georgia, about 25 miles outside of downtown Atlanta. We own and operate a 38,000 ft2 facility. We offer products for manual and automated processing, and we support our customers by having Hamilton Microlab® STAR™, Beckman Coulter Biomek® FX, and Thermo KingFisher® instruments in-house.

If you’re ready to make a meaningful impact, apply to the Buffer Associate position at Omega Bio-tek today!