Sr. Laboratory Technician

Company: Nestl-- Purina
Location: Saint Louis
Posted on: May 21, 2025

Job Description:

Driven by integrity and united by the people-and-pet bond, we find strong purpose in the work we do and an even greater joy in those we get to work alongside. Together, we harness the expertise of our long-standing tradition of excellence to embrace possibility and continuously push to do what's never been done before in pet care. Discover your purpose and fuel your passions when you bring your love of pets to a team that prides itself on the power of togetherness-We are Proudly Connected. Purely Driven.

If you are interested in applying for this job, please make sure you meet the following requirements as listed below.

Position Summary

Together, our Research & Product Development team is driven by a shared passion for pets and people. We have the extraordinary opportunity to innovate and develop products that improve pet wellness while remaining pioneers in the industry. We take pride in representing our portfolio of industry firsts with over 500 scientists including nutritionists, chemists, immunologists, microbiologists, veterinarians, and more. We collaborate to bring our ideas to life and make a meaningful impact with an emphasis on safety and sustainability. Join us in this exhilarating journey where innovation knows no bounds, and together, we'll shape the future of pet care.

As a Senior Laboratory Technician, you'll perform and report results from assorted laboratory procedures and analytical laboratory assays under minimal supervision to support our research and product development efforts.

Independently execute basic molecular biology procedures, including nucleic acid extractions, purification, PCR, and cell-based assays
Prepare samples for external laboratory shipping
Maintain accurate records of analytical requests and data
Communicate results effectively through documentation and reports to project leaders
Perform routine maintenance and troubleshooting on laboratory equipment
Assist in molecular biology and clinical labs
Maintain cleanliness of glassware, benches, equipment, and workspace
Adhere to Good Laboratory Practices (GLP) and company policies and procedures

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in biology or a related field
5+ years of professional experience with molecular biology procedures

Other

3+ years of experience with next-generation sequencing (NGS) is preferred
3+ years of experience performing enzyme-linked immunosorbent assays (ELISA) and/or other immunoassays is preferred

The approximate pay range for this position is $52,000.00 to $74,000.00. Please note that the pay range provided is a good faith estimate for the position at the time of posting. Final compensation may vary based on factors including but not limited to background, knowledge, skills, and abilities as well as geographic location of the position. Nestl-- offers performance-based incentives and a competitive total rewards package, which includes a 401k with Company match, healthcare coverage and a broad range of other benefits. Incentives and/or benefit packages may vary depending on the position. Learn more at About Us - Making an Impact - Nestle Careers (nestlejobs.com).

It is our business imperative to remain a very inclusive workplace.

To our veterans and separated service members, you're at the forefront of our minds as we recruit top talent to join Nestl--. The skills you've gained while serving our country, such as flexibility, agility, and leadership, are much like the skills that will make you successful in this role. In addition, with our commitment to an inclusive work environment, we recognize the exceptional engagement and innovation displayed by individuals with disabilities. Nestl-- seeks such skilled and qualified individuals to share our mission where you'll join a cohort of others who have chosen to call Nestl-- home.

The Nestl-- Companies are equal employment opportunity employers. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Prior to the next step in the recruiting process, we welcome you to inform us confidentially if you may require any special accommodations in order to participate fully in our recruitment experience. Contact us at accommodations@nestle.com or please dial 711 and provide this number to the operator: 1-800-321-6467.

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Job Requisition: 354177

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