Main Purpose of Role

• Possesses solid foundation in basic laboratory techniques and has lab experience working in specific areas such as Flow Cytometry and semen physiology.
• Competent in the operation of multiple semen Sorter units.
• Ability to train or assist individuals who may be assigned to the laboratory on a regular or temporary basis.
• Demonstrates the ability to work independently on projects and participate in the creation of special projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain laboratory equipment including laboratory computers for data entry.
• Participate in daily production of sexed semen with emphasis on sterility and semen quality.
• Perform daily job duties including computer start up, calibration, sort setup and shutdown, cleaning, sterilization and bacterial testing.
• Use of sterile techniques to avoid contaminating any laboratory areas, samples or instrumentation.