Farm Monitoring Technician

Responsibilities

• Obtain blood samples and prepare associated files for genomic lab testing.
• Ensure the accuracy of samples taken for parental assignment.
• Assist with sample collection while remaining within the biosecurity matrix.
• Maintain sufficient inventory of DNA supplies to prevent work delays.
• Prepare and pack samples for shipment.
• Perform all routine departmental tests as directed by lab management.
• Responsible for the quality of work performed as well as the quality of the product produced.
• Maintain laboratory and pen hygiene.
• Follow company policy and meet established procedures regarding bio-security, animal welfare, safety, ISO, drug, and alcohol policy.
• Take on special projects and perform all other duties as assigned.

• High school diploma required.
• Comfortable with the use of technology.
• Ability to communicate orally, in writing, and via email.
• Must possess the ability to apply common sense understanding to accomplish daily and weekly goals as well as deal with changing testing needs requested by supervisors.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States of America.
• Must successfully pass a background check and drug screen prior to employment.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license.

• Candidate must be comfortable handling farm samples while maintaining sample integrity and lab safety.
• Candidate should have the ability to remain cognizant of surroundings, task at hand, aberrant results, potential contamination, and general data collecting practices.
• For bio-security purposes, candidate cannot own or house any wild or domesticated avian species.
• Candidate must adhere to a strict 72-hour quarantine period after contact with non-Hubbard avian species.
• Many tasks performed in this role may require repetitive bending, lifting, kneeling, standing, walking, and contact with live animals.