Laboratory Technician jobs at Werfen – 0 to 1-year experience – Apply Below
Role: Laboratory Technician I
Location: US-MA-Bedford
Job ID: 2023-6699
About Werfen:
Laboratory Technician jobs, Werfen, founded in 1966, is a worldwide developer, manufacturer, and distributor of specialized diagnostic instruments, related reagents, automation work cells, and data management solutions for use primarily in hospitals and independent clinical laboratories. We are dedicated to innovation and quality, focusing on hemostasis, acute care, autoimmunity diagnostics, and original equipment manufacturing. Our mission is to provide healthcare professionals with valuable and complete solutions to improve hospital efficiency and enhance patient care.
Our North American Commercial Operations, as well as our Headquarters and Technology Center for Hemostasis and Acute Care Diagnostics, are based in Bedford, MA. We also have our Headquarters and Technology Center for Autoimmunity Diagnostics in San Diego, CA. Our Technology Center for Hemostasis and Blood Gas Reagents is in Orangeburg, NY, and our Technology Center for Whole Blood Hemostasis is in San Diego, CA.
Position Summary:
Under direct supervision, the Laboratory Technician I performs general entry-level laboratory duties ranging from basic to moderate complexity in the fields of chemistry, biology, biotechnology, or other technical specialization.
Responsibilities
Essential Functions:
- Able to read and understand laboratory procedures such as protocols.
- Periodically communicates results, problems, and progress to the supervisor or a project scientist.
- Follows schedules in accordance with assignments and priorities given by the supervisor or a project scientist.
- Comfortable with reagent, solution, and human blood preparation or handling.
- Able to operate a variety of laboratory equipment such as medical devices, centrifuge, and other equipment as needed.
- Basic computer skills using Microsoft Excel and Word.
Budget managed (if applicable): N/A
Internal Networking/Key relationships: Will interface on a regular basis with immediate supervisor and groups across the organization as needed
Skills & Capabilities:
- Functional and technical skills
- Following procedures and protocols accurately
- Oral and written communications
- Personal learning and problem-solving
- Proficient use of Microsoft Office (Excel and Word)
Qualifications
Minimum Knowledge & Experience Required for the Position:
- Associate Degree in a related field with 0 to 1-year experience or high school diploma with a minimum 2 years experience in a related field: chemistry, biology, biotechnology, medical device, laboratory technician, or other related fields.
