Lab Technician

Responsibilities

• Perform pre- and post-analytical sample processing activities in accordance with current Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Receive incoming boxes and materials, verify contents, and document receipt accurately.
• Conduct second box checks to confirm correct labeling, contents, and documentation before processing.
• Monitor alarms and alerts around the laboratory and promptly report or escalate issues to appropriate personnel.
• Handle and dispose of biohazard materials safely and in compliance with laboratory policies and regulatory guidelines.
• Support laboratory operations indirectly by ensuring that samples and related materials are processed, organized, and routed correctly, without direct hands-on manipulation of samples.
• Maintain accurate data entry and documentation for sample handling, accessioning, and processing activities.
• Follow established inventory procedures to support adequate stock of supplies and materials needed for sample processing.
• Adhere to quality control procedures and contribute to maintaining a safe, clean, and organized work area.
• Communicate effectively with laboratory services and other department personnel to coordinate workflow and resolve issues.

Requirements

• Ability to perform pre- and post-analytical sample processing following detailed SOPs.
• Demonstrated attention to detail in box receipt, second box checks, and verification of materials.
• Capability to monitor laboratory alarms and respond or escalate issues appropriately.
• Knowledge of safe handling and disposal practices for biohazard materials.
• Basic laboratory support skills, including sample handling and indirect support of laboratory testing.
• Proficiency in data entry for accessioning, sample processing, and inventory documentation.
• Ability to follow inventory procedures and support supply management.
• Understanding of quality control principles in a laboratory or warehouse environment.
• Strong communication skills to interact effectively with laboratory services and other staff.

Qualifications

• Preferred education: at least sixty (60) credit hours from an accredited college or university or an Associate Degree from an accredited college or university.
• Preferred experience: one or more years of laboratory experience.
• Familiarity with laboratory sample handling and processing procedures.
• Comfort working with SOP-driven processes and quality-focused environments.
• Ability to work consistently within defined schedules and shift patterns.
• Willingness to learn and adapt in a growing, technology-driven laboratory setting.