Lab Technician

Overview

Bruker is one of the world’s leading analytical instrumentation companies enabling scientist to make breakthrough discoveries and develop new application 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 on this permanent challenge to make the world a better place.

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 the skills to operate semi-automated and automated scientific equipment, perform Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), navigate Document Control systems, Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems, etc.

Manufacturing Lab Technicians will 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.

Requirements:

A 2-year associates degree in a scientific discipline or industry relevant certificate program that includes coursework in biology, molecular biology, biochemistry, microbiology and/or other life science areas of study.

• Previous exposure in a lab environment, including handling non- to low-hazard chemicals, e.g., ethanol, acetone, etc.
• Analytical, organizational, documentation, and communications skills.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• Ability to lift and carry 20-25 lbs., including freezer/refrigerator racks.

• Experience using a micropipet.

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

At Bruker, base salary is part of our total compensation. The estimated base salary range for this full-time position is between $18.75 per hour / $39,000 per year and $28.37 per hour / $59,000 per year. The base salary for the role will depend on several job-related factors, including, but not limited to education, training, experience, geographic location of the successful candidate, skills, competencies, job-related knowledge and travel requirements for this position.

Full-time employees may also be eligible for a performance-related incentive in addition to a full range of benefits including 401(k) with company match, an employee stock purchase plan, medical and dental plans, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability insurance, employee assistance program and paid time off including vacation, sick time and holidays, and more.

Bruker is an equal-opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.

Certain positions at Bruker require compliance with export control laws and as a result, all interviewed candidates for all positions will be screened pre-interview to determine their eligibility in light of export control restrictions.