Biological Technician Cover Letter

I submit this application to express my sincere interest in the biological technician position.

Previously, I was responsible for instructional support for laboratory and research activities through preparation of reagents, microbiological media, and other materials.

Please consider my qualifications and experience:

• Previous experience with Health & Safety exposure would be an advantage
• Higher education or equivalent within a related sector is desirable
• MBT and/or IVC experience or a sound knowledge of modern manufacturing techniques gained in a fast paced production process environment is an advantage
• A Biology and/or Chemistry background is desirable
• Knowledge of Environmental compliance is an advantage
• Minimum of six months’ work experience in a biology, chemistry or neuroscience research lab
• Experience with primary cell culture or zebrafish handling
• Can do person

In response to your job posting for biological technician, I am including this letter and my resume for your review.

In the previous role, I was responsible for manufacturing assembly and testing support as part of a multi-disciplinary product development team responsible for the design and assembly of integrated systems for genetic analysis, with a focus on development of disposable devices and consumables.

Please consider my qualifications and experience:

• Experience with preparation of biological laboratory materials, including agarose plates and other media
• Experience with autoclaving and knowledge of aseptic technique
• Experience with instrument/equipment maintenance/repair
• Specific training in inventory management systems, bio-hazardous waste handling, and animal care
• Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel)
• Requires a thorough understanding of laboratory instrumentation, methodologies, plant SOPs and the Hospira specification system
• Previous field work in wildlife studies with preference given to experience with avian and bat species
• Be willing to adhere to all personal safety requirements associated with working at an operating wind farm, including (but not limited to) wearing safety-toe boots, hard hat, safety vest, safety glasses and long pants while on site

In response to your job posting for biological technician, I am including this letter and my resume for your review.

Previously, I was responsible for assistance to laboratory staff on job-related matters to include drafting and reviewing of experimental protocols and study reports, training of junior staff on experimental procedures.

Please consider my qualifications and experience:

• Management of assigned staff
• Capacity to undertake, or learn, basic analyses of data in relation to experiments, to interpret and report results to supervisors
• Experience with Crisis Response Forces or Special Mission Units
• Knowledge and experience in principles of Research, Development, Testing & Evaluation of chemical and biological sensors, detectors, and field confirmatory equipment
• Minimum qualification - NVQ5 (HNC) Chemistry or equivalent
• Experience in manufacturing would be desirable along with ISO or quality experience
• Experience of working in a laboratory is desirable
• Skills with sample preparation techniques such as solid phase and liquid- liquid extraction, sample spiking, and matrix matching

I am excited to be applying for the position of biological technician. Please accept this letter and the attached resume as my interest in this position.

In the previous role, I was responsible for specialized technical laboratory support in activities such as development, optimization and validation of compound profiling assays.

Please consider my experience and qualifications for this position:

• Computer skills including data entry, spreadsheets, e-mail, database
• Organizational skills to schedule work activities
• Knowledge of QA/QC and skills to continuously produce high quality data
• Knowledge and skills to follow safe working practices and to appropriately handle/dispose of hazardous materials
• Skills to perform mathematical calculations, and knowledge of statistical analysis
• Skills to provide training in analytical techniques and laboratory procedures
• Skills to learn, understand, implement and comply with quality system requirements and report potential or realized quality problems according to standard operating procedures
• Interpersonal, oral and written skills to effectively interact with a wide variety of individuals, including co-workers, clients of the CAHFS, and individuals from outside agencies

Please consider me for the biological technician opportunity. I am including my resume that lists my qualifications and experience.

Previously, I was responsible for support in the resolution of manufacturing (production) problems, the execution of technical studies, and during laboratory investigations.

My experience is an excellent fit for the list of requirements in this job:

• Comfortable in harsh weather conditions (i.e., extreme cold, high winds, all forms of precipitation)
• Physically capable of doing extensive walking following transects
• Experience with 4WD vehicles, valid driver's license and clean driving record
• Skilled use of compass, topographic maps, GPS unit, tablet, and other field equipment
• Able to accurately identify bird and/or bat species in the region
• Able to work independently and as a part of a team, and interact positively with project manager, site personnel, client, and landowners
• Proficiency in mammalian cell culture
• Experience with microfluidics, micropatterning, or other related fabrication technologies