Lab Associate, Weekend Shift

About the role

Rythm Health is seeking a Laboratory Associate (2nd Shift) to support day-to-day laboratory operations. The required work schedule is Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday, and Sunday.

The ideal candidate is reliable, detail-oriented, and comfortable working in a regulated clinical laboratory environment. This role involves data entry, sample accessioning, and processing in accordance with established procedures.

Responsibilities

• Accurately receive, accession, and track incoming specimens using laboratory information systems (LIS).
• Verify specimen integrity, labeling accuracy, and documentation compliance.
• Aliquot and prepare blood samples according to established protocols.
• Enter, review, and maintain accurate electronic laboratory records.
• Adhere to CLIA/CAP-compliant SOPs, laboratory safety requirements, and quality assurance procedures.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and compliant laboratory workspace.
• Communicate specimen status and promptly escalate issues to the Lab Supervisor.
• Support additional laboratory tasks as needed to meet operational demands.

Work Schedule: 2nd shift required. Typical hours: 4:00 PM - 12:00 AM, with flexibility based on operational needs.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or above in biology, chemistry, medical laboratory science, or a related field.
• Comfortable working with computer software, LIS, and clinical lab equipment.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to perform repetitive tasks accurately and efficiently.
• Ability to handle blood specimens in a laboratory setting.
• Reliable, punctual, and able to work both independently and as part of a team.

Benefits

• Highly competitive base salary.
• Flexible, remote-friendly work environment.
• Meaningful work that genuinely impacts people's lives.
• Equity: Meaningful equity stake aligned with the scope and seniority of this role.
• Monthly Rythm Health membership with full access to at-home blood testing and personalized health insights.
• Unlimited vacation policy.
• 401(k).
• The opportunity to help define the future of personalized health.
• High ownership and visibility from day one.
• Small, collaborative, mission-driven team.
• Ability to shape both product and design culture early.