Lateral Flow Junior Analyst

About the role

This is an entry-level, non-exempt position that reports to LF Management. The Junior Analyst supports the LF Production department in performing pre- and post-testing on diagnostic tests and components for the dairy industry, as well as manufacturing various Charm Diagnostic tests.

Responsibilities

• Screen and approve raw materials for use in ROSA tests.
• Assist in the manufacture of new ROSA products under the guidance of LF Management.
• Prepare reagents required for raw material preparation or ROSA component screening.
• Test incoming shipments of raw materials before use in production, setting up experiments with LF Management for alternate sources.
• Operate reel-to-reel and manual guillotine equipment used for manufacturing ROSA raw material.
• Perform pre- and post-production testing on ROSA tests and components.
• Record all pertinent information in assigned SOPs and/or spreadsheets.
• Assist in the lamination of ROSA cards when needed.

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Skilled with MS Excel and Word.

Preferred Qualifications

• Pursuing a degree in Biochemistry or a related field.
• Lab experience.

Physical Requirements

• Able to safely handle antibiotics in dry powder and concentrated liquid form in a laboratory setting.
• Able to occasionally lift up to 50 pounds.
• Able to visually inspect and label spraying defects on a moving component web on a reel-to-reel machine.
• Able to sit or stand for an extended length of time.
• Able to work at a computer for an extended length of time.
• Exposed to fluctuating environmental conditions, e.g., temperatures ranging from 4°C in a walk-in cold room to 28°C in LFP Dry Rooms.
• Able to operate micro-pipettors repeatedly and accurately for up to 4 hours.

Pay

The pay range for this position is \$20.00 to \$28.00 per hour. Compensation will be determined based on education, experience, and other factors in accordance with applicable laws.

Schedule

Monday–Friday between the hours of 7:00 am and 5:00 pm.