Last day to apply for this position is today! Position Announcements Lab Technician (B.Sc.), Algal Culturing in Algal Biofuels Biorefinery Algenol is seeking a full-time Lab Technician position (B.Sc.) in the Integrated Biorefinery. The major task for this position will be the cultivation of algal cultures at both small and large scales in support of research and development objectives. The technician also will be responsible for conducting routine quality control measurements on algal cultures and assisting with the inoculation of photobioreactors. Responsibilities Include: 1. Prepare culture media, solutions, and agar plates for algal cultures. 2. Cultivation of small and large volume axenic algal cultures. 3. Conduct quality control on algal cultures. 4. Assist with inoculations and operations of outdoor photobioreactors. 5. General facility and equipment maintenance. 6. Retaining of a positive, can-do attitude in a fast paced work environment under physically demanding (hot, humid) conditions. 7. Availability for flexible work hours and weekends (incl. Sunday, holiday). Required Qualifications: 1. Completed B.Sc. in Biology, Botany, Marine Biology, Limnology, Microbiology, Bioengineering, Engineering or comparable discipline. 2. Experience in basic microbiology techniques, including media preparation and aseptic techniques. 3. Familiar with general lab practices, lab safety rules, and basic scientific equipment. 4. Ability to problem-solve and work independently but integrate well with a broader team and to cope with a fast pace work environment. 5. Versed with personal computers and Microsoft Office applications. 6. Must be willing to work long hours, weekends as required. Preferred Experience and Qualifications: 1. Practical independent research experience beyond undergraduate lab courses, preferentially in the field of microalgal/phytoplankton ecology and/or physiology. 2. Experience with algal culturing techniques, including axenic cultivation. 3. Post-graduate work experience is beneficial Candidates must be eligible to work in the United States. Preference will be given to candidates available to start the position immediately. Screening of applications will commence immediately until position is filled. Algenol Biofuels is an equal opportunity employer. Application Procedure Applicants submit their cover letter; resume; and name, address, and email of three references as one PDF document to jobs@algenol and reference the code IBRLT-02 in the subject line. Applicants indicate their time frame of availability in their cover letter. Review of applications will begin immediately until the position is filled. Only applications meeting the outlined qualifications and providing all requested information will be considered. Benefits Competitive compensation package includes performance-based bonus programs, medical, dental, and life insurance, 401(k) plan, and childcare benefits.
Posted on: Sat, 15 Mar 2014 14:51:37 +0000