Pipette Technician I

Pipette Technician 1 is an entry-level position, requiring no prior experience. Trainees will be able to calibrate pipettes, as well as scales/balances, centrifuges, or various temperature devices.  Training will be provided, and technicians are expected to learn the skills and processes necessary to perform calibration work within the lab environment.

• Will work with management and other technicians within the lab to learn pipette calibration fundamentals, working to produce calibrations using the systems and SOPs we have in place
• Learn fundamental calibration techniques and processes
• Develop skills necessary to perform calibrations independently
• Develop skills necessary to produce calibrations at a specified rate 
• Maintain calibration standards
• Must be able to perform these functions within a laboratory setting and/or supervised customer on-site
• Will be required to perform on site calibration, certification, and maintenance services on specific lab equipment at client/customer locations including interfacing with customers in person, via email or phone
• Equipment includes pipettes, bottle top dispensers, scales, balances, centrifuges, and temperature calibrations
• Other duties as assigned

• Ability to learn new skills regarding calibration and calibration processes
• Previous laboratory experience is preferred but not required
• Basic mathematical skills including algebra, geometry, and statistics
• Familiarity with basic tools
• Proficiency with office computer software including Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook
• Basic organizational and time management skills