Field Research Assistant at BC Forward in Johnston, Iowa

Job Description:

Field Research Assistant



BC Forward is looking for
Field Research Assistant in Johnston, IA 50131


Position Title: Field Research Assistant




Locations: Johnston, IA 50131


Anticipated Start Date: 10/02


Job Type: Contract with Possible extension


Shift: General Shift


Pay Rate: $20.00/hr on W2




Job Description:

Supports Seeds Regulatory Science by processing plant material in a laboratory setting. Utilizes lab software systems to track samples and record data related to sample handling and processing. Ensures the work areas are maintained to keep work environment safe and minimize contamination risk. Performs all work in accordance with company safety policies, as well as Good Laboratory Practices (GLPs), Standard Operating Procedures (SOP), Best Practices, and Protocols as to protect the quality and integrity of samples and raw data.

Work environment includes working in walk-in freezers (-5F temperature) for short periods of time, working with frozen samples and handling dry ice, standing for extended periods of time, occasion lifting of 20+ lbs over head, and wearing hearing protection for extended periods of time.

Workers will gain experience in operating lyophilizers, various blenders/grinders, and analytical balances as well as build LIMS software skills.

Candidates with tissue processing or food manufacturing experience, warehouse operations, and/or inventory management are highly desired. Experience working under GLP or USDA biotech regulation is also a plus.



Benefits:



BCforward offers all eligible employees a comprehensive benefits package including, but not limited to major medical, HSA, dental, vision, employer-provided group life, voluntary life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, and 401k.



About BCforward:



Founded in 1998 on the idea that industry leaders needed a professional service, and workforce management expert, to fuel the development and execution of core business and technology strategies, BCforward is a Black-owned firm providing unique solutions supporting value capture and digital product delivery needs for organizations around the world. Headquartered in Indianapolis, IN with an Offshore Development Center in Hyderabad, India, BCforward's 6,000 consultants support more than 225 clients globally.


BCforward champions the power of human potential to help companies transform, accelerate, and scale. Guided by our core values of People-Centric, Optimism, Excellence, Diversity, and Accountability, our professionals have helped our clients achieve their strategic goals for more than 25 years. Our strong culture and clear values have enabled BCforward to become a market leader and best in class place to work.


BCforward is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against based on disability.


To learn more about how BCforward collects and uses personal information as part of the recruiting process, view our Privacy Notice and CCPA Addendum. As part of the recruitment process, we may ask for you to disclose and provide us with various categories of personal information, including identifiers, professional information, commercial information, education information, and other related information. BCforward will only use this information to complete the recruitment process.


This posting is not an offer of employment. All applicants applying for positions in the United States must be legally authorized to work in the United States. The submission of intentionally false or fraudulent information in response to this posting may render the applicant ineligible for the position. Any subsequent offer of employment will be considered employment at-will regardless of the anticipated assignment duration.


Interested candidates please send resume in Word format Please reference job code 229225 when responding to this ad.


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Job Snapshot




Employee Type

Contractor



Location

Johnston, IA (Onsite)



Job Type

Biotech



Experience

Not Specified



Date Posted

09/16/2024