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IDT Careers Integrated DNA Technologies, Inc., an Iowa-based Biotechnology Company, is a major force in advancing biomedical research as both a supplier of custom oligonucleotide synthesis and a developer of innovative new biotechnology.
Integrated DNA Technologies is located near major university medical and research centers in Coralville, Iowa. The diverse atmosphere of the Iowa City/Coralville area has something for everyone! Home of Iowa's first state capitol, as well as the diverse University of Iowa campus, the Iowa City/Coralville area is second to none with its rich cultural offerings, historic charm, and ideal central location.
IDT offers competitive salaries and an excellent benefit program. Benefits offered include: health and prescription program, dental, vision, short-term disability, long-term disability, company-paid life insurance, additional life insurance for employee and family, 401K, medical and dependent care flexible spending, EAP services, and other voluntary products. Please take this opportunity to join our growing IDT family. Integrated DNA Technologies, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. |  |
To apply for any of the following positions by mail, please forward a resume with cover letter to:
Integrated DNA Technologies, Inc.
Attn: Human Resources
1710 Commercial Park
Coralville, IA 52241
No phone calls, please
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| | Software Systems Engineer III - OAK - BI (Req #1165) | Integrated DNA Technologies, Inc. is currently hiring for a Software Systems Engineer II or III. Responsibilities include: Design, development, & continued support of bioinformatics-related analysis tools and advanced decision and production support software used the fields of genetic design and DNA/RNA sequence analysis, design, and manufacture; Exercise creativity and expertise in the design and development of bioinformatics software to support and advance IDT's ability to supply the oligonucleotide and genetic materials requirements of its customers with efficiency and high quality products and services; Support the oligonucleotide and genetic materials analysis and design requirements of IDT's customers through team leadership and example in the provision of advanced analytic and design support software and ordering systems; Supervise, mentor, and guide less experienced team members as assigned. Job Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Bioinformatics or Computer Science or equivalent work experience; A minimum of 6 years of relevant professional experience; Demonstrated professional expertise working in one or more object-oriented programming languages, and reasonable facility in a second. C++, Java or Delphi preferred; Multi-language experience and proficiency in Perl or other scripting languages desirable; Experience working in C/S and multi-tier environments and with relational database design and use principles; Experience with the creation and use of web services, and with the use SOAP and related distributed computing protocols and approaches; Experience working in a networked, heterogeneous Windows/Linux environment; General knowledge of relevant Bioinformatics concepts and approaches and the contributory life and natural sciences (Computer Science and/or mathematics), and to translate this understanding into accurate and efficient computer algorithms and working code in the solution of assigned problems and projects; & must be able to lift 25 lbs.
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| | Bioinformatics Intern - OAK - BIO (Req #1166) | Integrated DNA Technologies is currently hiring for a Bioinformatics Intern in our IT divison. Responsibilities include: Participating in bioinformatics software design and development, and/or computational analysis of biological data in a heterogeneous networked computing environment. Job Qualifications: a high school diploma and currently attending one of the following preferred specialties/majors: Bioinformatics, Computer Science, Mathematics, Biology, Biochemistry, Genetics, Molecular Biology and Biomedical Engineering; programming experience in C/C++, Java, R, or Delphi, or scripting experience in Python, PERL, Javascript, or other languages required; excellent communication skills and the ability and desire to work effectively in a team oriented environment. This is a part-time temporary position working a minimum of 20 hours per week.
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| | Software Systems Engineer I - OAK - BIO (Req #2020) | Integrated DNA Technologies, Inc. is currently hiring for a Software Systems Engineer I or II. Responsibilities include: Design, development and continued support of bioinformatics-related analysis tools and advanced decision and production support software used in the fields of genetic design and DNA/RNA sequence analysis, design and manufacture, with respect to software specification, programming, date requirement analysis, data flow modeling and scientific information analysis in the development of new scientific algorithms and research protocols; use of proprietary and public domain bioinformatics databases and scientific knowledge; assist in design and development of software to support the customer requirements as assigned; interact in a professional manner; create and implement functional components or integrated software modules with high scientific standards and internal guidelines; follow code development procedures and standards; cross training; code and design reviews, documentation of system and component specifications and implementation decisions; work as part of a team; help develop realistic project estimates, schedules and milestones; keep clients and development managers informed on the progress of projects. Qualifications include: A Bachelors degree in Bioinformatics or Computer Science preferred, or equivalent work experience; capable of working in one or more object oriented programming languages, C++, Java or Delphi preferred; experience working in C/S and multi-tier environments, relational database design and use principles; exposure to creation and use of web services, SOAP and related distributed computing protocols and approaches; as well as networked, heterogeneous Windows/Linux environment; knowledge of life sciences (biology, molecular genetics, biochemistry) and mathematics, and ability to translate into computer algorithms and working code; and must be able to lift 25lbs.
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| | Chemical FormulationsTechnician I - COR (Req #2009) | Integrated DNA Technologies is currently hiring a full time Chemical Formulations Technician I in our Chemistry Technician group. Responsibilities include: Cleaning glassware generated by the Chemistry department; filtering buffers and other aqueous reagents; cleaning bottles for buffers and water; filling buffer and water bottles; assisting in other reagent manufacturing procedures as necessary; documenting processing activities; sinter synthesis membranes; & process reagents. Job Qualifications: Must have a high school diploma or Associates degree is preferred; able to be on feet a few hours at a time; ability to multitask; able to interact in a professional manner with customers, employees, and all levels of management; able to work as a group or independently; ability to adapt to changes in the process and must be able to lift 60 lbs. This position will work Monday through Friday, 7 a.m. to 4 p.m..
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| | Customer Care Rep I - COR - CSC (Req #2005) | Integrated DNA Technologies is currently hiring for a full time Customer Care Representative I. Responsibilities include: Answering and documenting all incoming support calls, emails, and webchats from IDT customers; understanding and executing various process flows; and assisting customers through the ordering process; developing a thorough knowledge of IDT products and providing recommendations to customers for product usage. Qualifications include: A four-year degree in a science related field and/or experience in either a science or customer service field is preferred. This position requires a highly organized individual with good computer skills, multitasking skills, and the ability to interact in a professional manner with customers, employees and all levels of management. Must have a strong attention to detail and the ability to learn quickly. There may be occasional times when working over 40 hours per week may be needed. Some lifting of up to 25 lbs. may be necessary. This position will work M-F, 9:30am-6:30pm. Completion of Business Writing Assessment through Kirkwood. (319) 398-7194, preferred.
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| | Customer Care Rep I - COR - CSC (Req #2010) | Integrated DNA Technologies is currently hiring for a full time Customer Care Representative I. Responsibilities include: Answering and documenting all incoming support calls, emails, and webchats from IDT customers; understanding and executing various process flows; and assisting customers through the ordering process; developing a thorough knowledge of IDT products and providing recommendations to customers for product usage. Qualifications include: A four-year degree in a science related field and/or experience in either a science or customer service field is preferred. This position requires a highly organized individual with good computer skills, multitasking skills, and the ability to interact in a professional manner with customers, employees and all levels of management. Must have a strong attention to detail and the ability to learn quickly. There may be occasional times when working over 40 hours per week may be needed. Some lifting of up to 25 lbs. may be necessary. This position will work M-Th, 4pm-12am and Friday, 2pm-10pm. Completion of Business Writing Assessment through Kirkwood. (319) 398-7194, preferred.
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| | MS SQL Developer - COR - DSV (Req #2001) | Integrated DNA Technologies is currently hiring for a Microsoft SQL Developer. Responsibilities include: work with Microsoft's T-SQL programming language under the direction of the Data Services Manger within a very large complex reporting environment; provide assistance & development to support the Software Development, Enterprise Application and Bioinformatics Teams, involving the writing of stored procedures to provide additional functionality outside the scope of the software developer; demonstrate a solid understanding of standard T-SQL programming techniques and methods, invest both time and effort to achieve a high level of performance while following standard practices; demonstrate and improve programming skills needed to provide custom & complex data components in an integrated data & reporting environment; provide primary administration of reporting & analysis services deployment supported by Data Services including resolution of support issues associated with these servers; design & deploy simple SSIS packages to resolve business needs to import & export data from a variety of systems, invest time and effort in learning two major schools of thought with respect to data warehouse design: Bill Inman and Ralph Kimball; document & support all efforts by the Data Services Manager to make the SharePoint site a viable & practical tool to communicate & manage the environment; gain knowledge of server hardware, storage solutions, networking issues & general application database interaction focusing on the Microsoft SQL Server Technology; Qualifications include: A Bachelor's degree in a Computer Science or Mathematics, or equivalent work experience; a minimum of 1 year working with T-SQL programming; commitment to providing great Customer Service; the ability to prioritize & multitask, be open-minded & tolerant of differing ideas, be flexible & adaptable, as well as the ability to interact with peers, customers & all levels of management.
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| | Key Acct. Admin. I - COR - KEA (Req #2012) | Integrated DNA Technologies is currently hiring for a full time Key Account Administrator I in the Key Accounts group. Responsibilities include providing customer-specific care that encompasses the following: answering & documenting all incoming support calls from IDT's Key Account customers; project administration; review of orders acting as a direct liaison between Technical Support staff and Key Account customers; a general understanding of quality control documents and overall manufacturing history; developing and interpreting in-house quality assurance documents; invoicing and account receivable duties and establishing relationships with high-profile clientele; multi-tasking and making independent decisions following detailed training will be expected; understanding IDT's product applications as they apply to customer usage is essential to excel in this position; IDT's Quality System and application to client's needs will be a priority. Job Qualifications: A four year degree in Biology, Chemistry, or related science field and/or one year of experience in a biotech or research laboratory environment preferred; thorough knowledge of business writing practices; excellent computer skills specific to Microsoft applications; ability to effectively communicate with customers, co-workers, and all levels of management; ability to multitask during times of heavy workload and work over 40 hours/week as necessary; must be able type 60 wpm and lift 25 lbs. This position will work Monday through Friday 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
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| | Overnight Prod. Scientist I - COR - MNP (Req #2028) | Integrated DNA Technologies is currently hiring for an Overnight Production Scientist I in our Main Production department -Responsibilities include: Operating DNA and RNA synthesizers and other instruments in the lab as needed to complete the synthesis, cleaving from solid support, deprotection/desalting, and QC sampling of oligonucleotides, following company safety procedures, and department processes and policies, performing decontamination programs on liquid handling instruments, proper waste material disposal, completing required checklists and verifications, performing laboratory shutdown, delivering and checking in products to appropriate departments, assisting other IDT departments when needed, following all guidelines and instructions, carrying out other tasks as assigned. Job Qualifications: Must have a Bachelor's degree in a science related field, have excellent computer skills, be highly organized, and able to multitask, able to work in a group or independently and interact in a professional manner with customers, employees, and all levels of management. This position requires walking/standing for 6-8 hours during a shift, lifting a maximum of 25 lbs and repetitive motion for up to 4 hours a shift. This position will work 8:30p-7:30a, Monday through Thursday.
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| | Production Scientist I - COR - PLS (Req #2011) | Integrated DNA Technologies is currently hiring for a Production Scientist I in our Platinum department. Responsibilities include: synthesizing oligonucleotides by operating various synthesis platforms and computer interfaces; preparing reagents involved in the synthesis of modified oligonucleotides; keeping reagent bottles at levels that allow for complete synthesis, cleaving, processing and quantifying oligonucleotides, as well as performing various forms of deprotection of oligonucleotides; using RNase-free techniques; performing and evaluating quality control checks of oligonucleotides; preparing oligonucleotides according to customer specifications for shipment; disposing of waste and glass materials; reviewing and investigating fails for probable cause; following emergency procedures; communicating problems and concerns to management; other duties as assigned. Qualifications include: A Bachelor's degree in a Science related field; having completed some Bachelor level coursework in Chemistry; must have excellent computer and problems solving skills; the ability to multitask; to work in groups and also independently; interact in a professional manner; adapt to change; willing to work with hazardous chemicals under strict safety procedures; and must be able to lift 50lbs. The schedule for this position is Monday-Thursday, 1pm-12am.
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| | Production Scientist I - COR - RMQ (Req #2002) | Production Scientist I or II in our Raw Materials QC group. Responsibilities include: Performing analytical tests as stated on QC Records and/or Work Instructions; performing quality checks of instruments used for the analysis of raw materials; documenting results and procedures accurately on specific raw material test documents and/or lab notebooks; moving raw materials from quarantine areas to release, reject, or hold areas; moving raw materials with expired retest dates from released areas to a retest area; reading and understanding all SOP's and testing procedures; & performing any emergency procedures, using emergency equipment, or performing maintenance of emergency equipment when situations arise. Job Qualifications: 0-2 years of chemical or biological laboratory experience with a BA or BS degree in a science related field; analytical chemistry job experience preferred; ability to follow controlled testing procedures and document results accurately; ability to interact in a professional manner with customers, employees, and all levels of management; must be highly organized and able to lift 25 lbs. The schedule for this position is Monday-Friday, 9am-6pm..
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| | Synthetic Biology Technician - COR - SYB (Req #2018) | Integrated DNA Technologies is currently hiring for a part time Synthetic Biology Technician. Responsibilities include: Assembling genes from single-stranded DNA fragments while following all SOPs and protocols; processing and QC of single-stranded DNA oligos; disposing of waste material; performing dishwashing of lab equipment and containers; decontamination of lab surfaces, instruments and equipment as specified; filling out and verifying required checklists; performing lab shutdown and safety check procedures, keeping all containers and bottles clearly/correctly labeled; and following all company and departmental safety policies and work instructions. Qualifications include: Must have a science related background; previous experience in a lab setting; be proficient with operation of pipette; able to work Saturdays and Sundays between the hours of 7am and 9pm; able to be on feet a few hours at a time; must have excellent computer skills, the ability to multitask, interact in a professional manner and work in a group or independently; and must be highly organized; position requires the ability to lift up to 25lbs. This is a part time position that requires working weekends.
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| | Web Intern - OAK - WDV (Req #1159) | Integrated DNA Technologies is currently hiring for a part time Web Intern in our Website Development group. Responsibilities include: Researching, designing and prototyping new user experiences for features, creating design mockups, story boarding, producing visual assets as needed; producing creative, simple and highly usable solutions for a stellar user experience; assisting with new user interface testing and participating in usability review to get feedback; staying abreast with new prototyping, presentation or computer graphics techniques and software and balancing usability with desirability using color, style, type, icons, information design and visual hierarchy to indicate relationships. Job Qualifications: a high school diploma or equivalent, plus two years of supplemented design related coursework (or equivalent combination of education/experience) and excellent skills in InDesign, Illustrator, and Photoshop. Additional proficiency with Flash, After Effects, Captivate, Catalyst or Flex Developer would be a distinct advantage. Applicants should have a good sense for visual design, outstanding attention to detail, and a passion for creating attractive and robust interfaces and the ability to work a minimum of 20 hours per week.
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| | Web Developer II - OAK - WDV (Req #1185) | Integrated DNA Technologies is currently hiring a full time Web Developer II or III in the Web Development group. Responsibilities include: Architect & produce the most functional, attractive, and useful web systems in the biotechnology field; Produce functional, robust, cross-platform, cross-browser web pages using a combination of ASP, Dynamic HTML, & other bleeding-edge technologies; Work cooperatively with other programmers & designers; Test code, track, & fix bugs as needed; Provide documentation and/or commented code to make it possible for others to understand how the code works; Work with the development group & the acting DBA for decisions regarding database access tools & techniques. Qualifications include: a Computer Science degree or equivalent; Must have at least three years experience with web based programming languages. Visual Studio, .NET, HTML, XML, & ASP.Net are preferred, but JSP, PHP, & Java are acceptable; Must have experience with current relational database products such as MS-SQL Server 2005 or 2008 is preferred, but Oracle, DB2, or Sybase is acceptable; & Must be able to lift 25 lbs.
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