PCR Lab Technician

PCR Lab Technician/ Sample Preparation Technician Location: Chesterfield MO 63017 Duration: 06 Month(s) Contract (Possible extension) Pay Range: $22-$27.50/hr/hr (without any benefits) Job Description This position is in Precision Genomics St. Louis Production Sample Processing lab. The candidate will be working collaboratively with a large production team of Full Time Employees (FTEs) and contractors to deliver daily and weekly genotyping targets under tight deadlines. The candidate will primarily be responsible for operating manual and automated lab processes in a PCR lab . The role may also include additional various tasks in sample prep, PCR, general lab stocking and supply upkeep. This role is open for the following shift: Monday- Friday Day Shift (approx. 7am-3pm) Role is 100% on-site (no hybrid or work from home model) *Must be able to lift 40 lbs. Desired skills for the ideal candidate: 1. Demonstrate reliability: This is a business-critical position to keep our lab running 7 days a week across multiple shifts. The candidate must be a reliable presence on this shift. Position may require flexible or off shift hours during peak times. 2. High Throughput/production/sample management: Our lab processes 2+ million samples per year with fast turn-around times. Any experience handling a large number of samples daily (lab, etc), or in a fast-paced environment (retail, food service, etc) is a plus. Experience with LIMS is a plus. 3. Automation/mechanical aptitude: The candidate must be comfortable running and troubleshooting automation independently with little guidance on this shift. Biologists with engineering/technical aptitudes are encouraged to apply. Dexian is a leading provider of staffing, IT, and workforce solutions with over 12,000 employees and 70 locations worldwide. As one of the largest IT staffing companies and the 2nd largest minority-owned staffing company in the U.S., Dexian was formed in 2023 through the merger of DISYS and Signature Consultants. Combining the best elements of its core companies, Dexian's platform connects talent, technology, and organizations to produce game-changing results that help everyone achieve their ambitions and goals. Dexian's brands include Dexian DISYS, Dexian Signature Consultants, Dexian Government Solutions, Dexian Talent Development and Dexian IT Solutions. Visit to learn more. Dexian is an Equal Opportunity Employer that recruits and hires qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, or veteran status.