Farm Monitoring Technician

Location: Elkmont

Job Description

Summary:

Job Description:

Duties: and 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

Qualifications:

* 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

Other

Conditions:

* 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