Part Time Lab Assistant - San Antonio, TX

About the Role

ICON is a global healthcare intelligence and clinical research organisation united by a mission to bring new medicines and treatments to patients faster. As a values‑driven organisation, integrity, collaboration, agility, and inclusion are at the heart of how we work and interact with each other, customers, patients and suppliers.

As a Laboratory Assistant, you will support a fast‑paced clinical research laboratory by handling, tracking, storing, and distributing biological specimens. This role is critical to maintaining sample integrity and ensuring accurate documentation throughout the testing process. Success in this position requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work efficiently in a high‑volume environment.

Schedule & Availability

Part‑time and PRN (as‑needed) opportunities available. Typical hours: 6:00 AM – 3:00 PM. Laboratory operates 7 days per week. Hours are driven by workload and business needs. Weekend availability required.

Key Responsibilities

• Receive, organize, and distribute laboratory specimens
• Prepare and manage samples for testing and analysis
• Retrieve specimens for add‑on testing and laboratory requests
• Maintain sample storage, inventory, rotation, and disposal processes
• Transfer specimens to and from long‑term storage
• Monitor specimen tracking and pending reports
• Maintain accurate documentation and inventory logs
• Follow all laboratory quality, safety, and regulatory procedures
• Perform other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Basic computer and documentation skills
• Strong attention to detail and organizational abilities
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment and manage multiple priorities

Preferred Qualifications

• Laboratory, healthcare, specimen processing, phlebotomy, or medical experience
• Associate degree in a science or healthcare‑related field
• Experience with laboratory information systems and specimen tracking

Key Skills

• Exceptional attention to detail
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Accurate documentation and recordkeeping
• Pipetting experience preferred
• Ability to follow detailed laboratory procedures
• Strong communication and teamwork skills

Benefits

Our success depends on the quality of our people. That’s why we’ve made it a priority to build a diverse culture that rewards high performance and nurtures talent. In addition to your competitive salary, ICON offers a range of additional benefits. Our benefits are designed to be competitive within each country and are focused on well‑being and work‑life balance opportunities for you and your family.

• Various annual leave entitlements
• A range of health insurance offerings to suit you and your family’s needs
• Competitive retirement planning offerings to maximize savings and plan with confidence for the years ahead
• Global Employee Assistance Programme, LifeWorks, offering 24‑hour access to a global network of over 80,000 independent specialized professionals who are there to support you and your family’s well‑being
• Life assurance
• Flexible country‑specific optional benefits, including childcare vouchers, bike purchase schemes, discounted gym memberships, subsidized travel passes, health assessments, among others