Lab Technician

Job Overview

Bruker is one of the world's leading analytical instrumentation companies enabling scientists to make breakthrough discoveries and develop new applications that improve the quality of human life. Our high-performance products and high-value life science and diagnostic solutions are trusted by leading businesses, institutes, and scientists worldwide. Today, more than 8,500 employees at over 90 locations are working to make the world a better place.

• Location:
  
  US-WA-Bothell
• Job :
• Job Function:
  Operations/Production
• Seniority Level: Entry level
• Employment Type:
  
  Full-time

The Manufacturing Lab Technician is responsible for supporting the production of reagents used in various Bruker Spatial Biology / Nano String Analysis Systems, for example, nCounter and Geo Mx.

The role requires learning and performing both manual and automated production processes for the manufacturing of raw, intermediate, and final reagents needed for the multiplexed detection and the quantification of many different types of target molecules from biological samples. In this role, the Lab Tech will learn to operate semi‑automated and automated scientific equipment, perform Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), navigate Document Control systems, Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems, and comply with professional policies and practices to work safely and resolve routine issues.

• Follow detailed work instructions according to process, product, and Quality System requirements.
• Accurately complete batch records following Good Documentation Practices.
• Work both independently and in a team environment.
• Perform incoming quality controls (QC) on raw materials.
• Prepare raw materials for inclusion in finished products.
• Manufacture reagents critical to various nCounter and Geo Mx assays and internal processes.
• Manufacture intermediate and finished products.

• 2‑year associate’s degree in a scientific discipline or industry‑relevant certificate program including coursework in biology, molecular biology, biochemistry, microbiology, or other life science areas.
• Previous exposure in a lab environment, including handling non- to low‑hazard chemicals (e.g., ethanol, acetone).
• Analytical, organizational, documentation, and communication skills.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• Ability to lift and carry 20–25 lbs., including freezer/refrigerator racks.

• Experience using a micropipette.
• Good manual dexterity to work in a molecular biology laboratory environment, such as working with small volumes and loading gels.

Base salary range: $18.75 per hour (≈$39,000 yr) to $28.37 per hour (≈$59,000 yr). The base salary depends on several job‑related factors, including education, training, experience, geographic location, skills, competencies, and job‑related knowledge.