Farm Monitoring Technician I
aviagen · Elkmont, Alabama, United States
Job Description Summary:
Job Description:
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, written, 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