Chemistry Lab Aide (Overnight Shift)

About the role

The Chemistry Laboratory Aide is responsible for the collection, identification verification, processing and preparing of chemistry samples.

Responsibilities

• Pour chemistry specimens into appropriate bar-coded tubes
• Ensure bar-coded racks are arranged correctly and loaded onto instruments
• Accurately label processing tubes when building loads
• Scan samples to library
• Centrifuge samples
• Find missing samples
• Print and reconcile queue list
• Library all samples
• Maintain all equipment including hoods, centrifuges, etc.
• Complete QNS forms on short samples
• Check and resolve queue list daily
• Find and pull original TRF forms
• Maintain awareness of quality control and calibration
• Cross-train and develop knowledge of multiple specialties within department/lab
• Apply job skills and lab policies and procedures to complete a variety of tasks
• Read, understand and follow applicable Standard Operating Procedures (SOP's), including safety and quality procedures
• Maintain clean and organized work area
• Restock supplies as needed
• Participate in improving lab efficiency, quality, and cooperation
• Consult with senior peers on non-complex Chemistry tasks to learn through experience
• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent required. Prior lab experience and/or 2, 3 or 4 year degree in Science-related field preferred.

Skills

• Laboratory skills, with experience setting up, running and operating lab instruments preferred but not required
• Knowledge of medical and laboratory terminology and Chemistry procedures and equipment helpful
• General science background
• Attention to detail
• Organized with ability to multi-task in a fast paced environment
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Communication skills, both verbal and written
• Positive, can-do attitude
• Knowledge of Good Clinical Practice (GCP) as appropriate
• Personal computer skills, including strong typing ability and proficient use of Microsoft Office

Physical demands

• Extensive standing, phone, and computer use
• Capable of standing continuously for up to 2 hours
• Extend and reach with hands and arms and use hands and fingers
• Occasionally required to bend, kneel, stoop, or crouch
• May be required to lift, move, and carry up to 20 lbs.
• Specific vision abilities required include close vision, color vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus
• Hearing ability to effectively communicate via the telephone and in person
• Ability to communicate verbally on the phone and in person
• Fluency in the English language
• Extended hours may be needed
• Travel may be required if acting in a float capacity

Work environment

• Laboratory environment with potential biohazards present
• Normally receives general instructions on routine work, detailed instructions on new assignments
• Work under close to moderate supervision with limited latitude for independent judgment
• Potential for exposure to agents known to cause zoonotic disease in humans and use of potentially hazardous chemicals as defined by the National Hazard Communication Standards

Pay

The Target Pay Rate for this position is $15.96 hourly. Pay decisions are determined using factors such as relevant job-related skills, experience, education, training and budget.

Schedule

1am - 9:30am Tuesday - Saturday with alternating Sundays.

Benefits

• Paid Time Off & Holidays
• Medical, Dental, Vision (Multiple Plans Available)
• Basic Life (Company Paid) & Supplemental Life
• Short and Long Term Disability (Company Paid)
• Flexible Spending Accounts/Health Savings Accounts
• Paid Parental Leave
• 401(k) with company match
• Tuition/Continuing Education Reimbursement
• Life Assistance Program
• Pet Care Discounts