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Varlyq Technologies

Microbiology / Molecular Biology Laboratory Technician

Pay: $23/hr

Posted: 3 weeks ago

Location: San Jose, CA (Onsite)

Last Updated: 2 weeks ago

Hours: Full-Time

Expires: 9/14/2026

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What they do

A Biology Laboratory Technician helps with the performance of laboratory tests, which provide information for biological research. Sets up, operates, and maintains laboratory equipment, makes observations, and calculates and records results; receives, types, tests, and records blood bank inventories. May analyze organic substances, such as blood, food, and drugs.

$53,515 / year median in California

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Job Description

Microbiology / Molecular Biology Laboratory Technician Varlyq Technologies San Jose, CA Job Details Full-time | Contract $23 an hour 8 hours ago Qualifications Centrifugation Laboratory instruments Spreadsheets Desktop applications Productivity software Associate's degree

Full Job Description Title:

Microbiology /

Molecular Biology Laboratory Technician Location:

San Jose, CA 95134

Duration:

0-4+

Months Shift:

Monday to Friday - 8 AM to 5

PM Pay Rate:

$23.00/

Hour Job Description:

Manufacture and qualify microplates using computers, tools, and automated machines. Follow established procedures to set up, fill, and test various microplates. Analyze large datasets using Excel and other data analysis software. Participate in group problem-solving and process improvement activities. Must have strong attention to detail and good verbal and written communication skills.

Required:

AS degree in Life Science, Chemistry, or Engineering Technology and 2+ years of technical, manufacturing, or laboratory experience. Experience with centrifuges, micropipettes, and analytical balances required. Proficiency with MS Word, Excel, MS Access, and Windows Explorer.

Preferred:

Automation, plate readers, liquid handling equipment (Beckman, Agilent, Hamilton), SQL, Python, or other programming languages. Ability to perform repetitive work and lift/move/carry equipment up to 35 lbs.

Pay:

$23.00 per hour Application Question(s): Pay is $23.00/Hour. Is this rate acceptable?

YES/NO Education:

Associate (Required)

Experience:

Laboratory:

1 year (Required)

Microsoft Excel:

1 year (Required) Centrifuges / Micropipettes /

Analytical Balance:

1 year (Preferred) Ability to

Commute:

San Jose, CA 95134 (Required)

Work Location:

In person