Contract Molecular Biology Technician

At the heart of QIAGEN's business is a vision to make improvements in life possible.

We are on an exciting mission to make a real difference in science and healthcare. We are still the entrepreneurial company we started out as and have today achieved a size where we can bring our full power to many initiatives and to our presence across the globe.
Our most valuable asset are our employees - around 6000 in over 35 locations around the world. Our ambition is to ensure we have outstanding and passionate people working in the best teams and we are constantly looking for new talent to join us.
There are few players who have shaped the world of modern science and healthcare as much as QIAGEN, and we have only just started.
If you are looking to advance your career, are seeking new challenges and opportunities, enjoy working in dynamic and international, diverse teams and want to make a real impact on people's lives, then QIAGEN is where you need to be.

Join us. At QIAGEN, you make a difference every day.

- Sample accessioning, documentation and reporting

- DNA and RNA isolation from various biological materials

- Quality control of isolated nucleic acids (OD measurements, Agilent, qPCR)

- NGS library preparation and quality control (qPCR, Agilent/TapeStation)

- Be comfortable with learning new NGS library preparation techniques as needed

- Planning and execution of analyses, documentation of results

- General laboratory activities such as laboratory maintenance, equipment maintenance and ordering materials

- Carrying out repetitive laboratory tasks and processing large numbers of samples

- BS in biology with minimum 2 years of laboratory experience

- Current Molecular biology laboratory experience is preferred

- Minimum 1 year experience in nucleic acid isolation techniques, PCR, high throughput sample processing

- Experience with NGS preferred

- Must be comfortable with processing large numbers of samples in a given timeframe and constant use of pipettes

- Experience in working under ISO9001 or other QA environments desirable

- Good computer skills in MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)

- Must be able to communicate/write well in English

- High degree of responsibility, commitment and flexibility is a must

- Integrity in work process is a must

- Ability to work well in a team, positive attitude, good communication skills

- Good observation skills, Precision working and quality in work

- Experience in Independent planning of work schedule is preferred

At the heart of QIAGEN are our people who drive our success. We act with passion, always challenging the status quo to drive innovation and continuous improvement. We inspire with our leadership and make an impact with our actions. We create a collaborative, safe and engaging workplace which forms the basis for high performing individuals and teams. We drive accountability and entrepreneurial decision-making and want you to excel your growth and shape the future of QIAGEN.

QIAGEN is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), sex stereotyping (including but not limited to assumptions about a person's appearance or behavior, gender roles, gender expression, or gender identity), gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, mental or physical disability, ancestry, medical condition, marital status, military or veteran status, citizenship status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable law.

QIAGEN complies with applicable laws regarding the confidentiality of employee health information and the reasonable accommodation of individuals with disabilities and/or sincerely held religious beliefs. Candidates who require accommodation should contact Benefits@QIAGEN.com. This policy is part of QIAGEN's ongoing efforts to support public health efforts and to ensure the safety and-well-being of its employees, customers, business partners, and community.