Forensic Science Lab Technician Jobs in Portland, OR

We are looking for a Lab Technician - AP Lab to join our Portland, OR, location. Established in 1975, Immunology Consultants Laboratory, Inc. (ICL) is a local, family-owned lab that has grown from R&D to IVD. In this role, you will be responsible for performing duties in the purification and testing of polyclonal and monoclonal antibodies.

A Day in the Lab:

• Run immunoaffinity columns to purify antibodies using immobilized antigens (Protein A, Protein G).
• Perform QC tests to characterize purified antibodies using SDS-PAGE, Western Blot, ELISA, and Immunoelectrophoresis.
• Prepare buffers and reagents used for antibody purification and conjugation.
• Conjugate antibodies to HRP, Biotin, and FITC.
• Maintain production process documentation and participate in cleaning and preventative maintenance of lab equipment.

What It Takes:

• Bachelor's degree or higher in biology, chemistry, biotechnology, medical technology, or a related scientific field.
• Candidates with a laboratory certification and experience may be considered for the role in lieu of a Bachelor's degree.
• An equivalent combination of education and training/experience will also be considered.
• Mathematical skills to comprehend and apply principles of arithmetic, algebra, and basic statistics.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating/maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions.
• Ability to regularly stand and walk, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.

What We Don’t Do:

• Be Boxed In – we encourage engagement in projects to improve production processes and professional growth.
• Run on Autopilot – you will support diverse testing needs and purification methods, ensuring no two days are exactly alike.
• Travel – this position is based entirely in person at our Portland facility, with no travel required.

Our Next Team Member:

• A Precise Practitioner who can accurately perform calculations by hand or with a calculator.
• A Detail-Oriented Technician with the vision abilities required for close work and color/depth perception.
• An Effective Communicator who can write routine reports and speak effectively before other employees.
• A Reliable Team Member who thrives in a quiet, professional lab environment.
• A Tech-Savvy Professional comfortable with basic computer skills, including email, database entry, and data backup.

The Sweet Stuff:

• Generous Time Off – 10 days of PTO to start with, an increase after one year.
• Comprehensive Insurance – Employer-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage for the employee.
• Family Coverage Options – We offer prorated plans for employees who choose to add dependents to their insurance.
• Fast-Tracked Benefits – Insurance plans begin on the first of the month following your date of hire.
• Financial Security – Employer-funded Basic Life and AD&D insurance.
• Retirement Planning – 401(k) with a company match of up to 4%.
• Comfortable Work Environment – Conduct your duties in a temperature-controlled, air-conditioned laboratory workspace.
• Community Connection – Opportunities to participate in volunteer outings.
• Professional Stability – Work for an established organization (since 1975) in a quiet, focused lab environment.

Expected Salary Range: $22.00-28.00 per hour.

Immunology Consultants Laboratory, Inc. (ICL) is an equal opportunity employer. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties of this position.

ICL conducts a thorough background check on all potential hires, including education verification and references.

Founded in 1977 as a family-owned laboratory, Immunology Consultants Laboratory, Inc. (ICL) has a long history of stability and growth in the Portland, Oregon area. We have evolved from our R&D roots into a thriving IVD lab, but we have never lost our commitment to our team. We offer a quiet, focused, and comfortable laboratory workspace that supports professional stability, continuous improvement, and the production of diverse, high-quality diagnostic products.