Laboratory Assistant II

For further inquiries regarding the following opportunity, please contact our Talent Specialist, Remy at (224) 394-4902

Title: Laboratory Assistant II

Duration: 5+ Months

Location: Research Triangle Park, NC

Able to lift 20 to 35 pounds

Job Responsibilities

· Receive, accession, and manage samples using laboratory information management system (LIMS) following CLIA regulations and client's policies

· Identify, sort, and organize samples from LIMS in preparation for downstream analysis by scientific staff

· Coordinate sample requests, manage confirmation of sample receipt, and resolve sample discrepancies with external vendors in collaboration with internal stakeholders

· Prepare samples for archiving based on internal standard operating procedures (SOPs) and regulations

· Maintain inventories of reagents and materials needed for internal projects to support the timely execution of lab work

· Ensure lab areas are clean and organized, and that equipment, supplies, and raw materials are available for use

· Receive shipments and assist with maintaining the chain of custody for the samples (especially for the CLIA lab)

· Assist with the maintenance of laboratory equipment, including temperature control units

· Adhere to the environmental monitoring system when it calls

· Maintain critical data and metadata within LIMS, including but not limited to Consumables, Electronic Worksheets, Test Methods, and support post-implementation

optimization and continuous improvement efforts.

Minimum Requirements

· Bachelor’s degree in biology, chemistry, or related field with 1 year of relevant work experience OR High School Diploma and 3+ years of relevant work experience

· Prior experience working in an industry lab setting and familiarity with lab consumables and common reagents

· Ability to multitask among multiple projects and teams, and work in a fast-paced, highly interactive environment

· Experience in a CLIA or regulated laboratory required

· Self-motivated, organized, and capable of troubleshooting independently

· Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

· Experience with Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS) is required. Experience with LabVantage preferred.

· Able to lift 20 to 35 pounds

· Excellent communication skills with the ability to collaborate with colleagues across multiple communication platforms, including e-mail, Microsoft Teams, and SharePoint sites