Lab Operations Assistant
Description
Alturas Analytics, Inc. is seeking a Lab Operations Assistant! As a Lab Operations Assistant, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the smooth running of our laboratory operations. Your responsibilities will include assisting with sample processing, maintaining lab equipment, and supporting departments in various tasks. Join us at Alturas Analytics, Inc., where you can be part of a dynamic and supportive team where employees are encouraged to grow.
A background or interest in the sciences and/or working knowledge of a laboratory is beneficial but not required. The ideal candidate will have a strong attention to detail, be able to work independently, and possess excellent communication skills.
Benefits
We have a relaxed yet professional environment. We strive to be a part of our community as well as a part of each other's lives through volunteering at local schools and community events as well as parties and monthly catered lunches. We’re growing and doubling our lab capacity this year, so promoting from within and offering professional development opportunities are top priorities. We pay 100% of your premiums for health insurance, dental, vision, life and short- and long-term disability. We also have paid vacation and holidays, a Safe Harbor 401K with an automatic 3% employer contribution, and a bonus program based on company-wide goals.
Position Summary:
The Laboratory Operations Assistant provides support to facilities and laboratory personnel through a variety of duties and tasks.
Essential Duties and Tasks:
- Maintains all facilities and laboratory supplies (including receipt, stock, inventory, and disposal)
- Prepares various reagents and solutions for laboratory use
- Assists laboratory personnel to enable efficient laboratory operations
- Assists with sample preparation
- Maintains laboratory waste disposal and recycling
- Performs routine facility maintenance and inspections
- Maintains equipment per GLP regulations
- Ships equipment and supplies as required by facility and laboratory operations
- Assists with equipment installations
Additional Duties and Tasks:
- Performs other duties as needed or assigned
Requirements
Education and Experience Requirements:
- High school diploma
- Current Driver’s License
- Laboratory coursework preferred
- Facilities experience preferred
- 0-1 years of work experience
- Working knowledge of MS Office
Skills and Abilities Requirements:
- Skills in verbal and written communication
- Ability to interpret procedures and guidelines
- Ability to enter data and work accurately with computers
Physical Requirements:
- Sitting up to 1/3 of the time
- Walking up to 2/3 of the time between departments/offices
- Standing up to 2/3 of the time
- Using hands to handle or feel up to 2/3 of the time
- Reaching with hands and arms up to 2/3 of the time
- Talking or hearing less than 1/3 of the time
- Climbing or balancing less than 1/3 of the time
- Stooping or kneeling less than 1/3 of the time
- Lifting up to 50 lbs. less than 1/3 of the time
- Close vision (clear vision at 20 inches or less) needed to read small labels
About Us
Alturas Analytics, Inc. is a contract research organization, bioanalytical laboratory providing personalized MS/MS bioanalytical services to the pharma and biotech industries worldwide. We are a growing privately-owned company working with our collaborators to aid in the treatment and cure of disease. Our staff consists of talented, hard-working individuals who are dedicated to providing the utmost of quality service. Our goal is simple- to ensure that Alturas employees thrive so that we can do the best possible work in our field, ensuring greater care for our world.
Community Involvement
Our goal is to build an enduring company of integrity in an environment that provides rewarding career paths and empowers individuals to engage in the well-being of the communities in which they reside. We seek to inspire the next generation of scientists through involvement of educational programs at every level. From making science fun for elementary-aged students, active participation in science fairs and guest lecturing at the undergraduate university level, we are stepping towards fostering a generation where science is exciting and an integral component of everyday life.
In addition to company support for community programs, Alturas offers employees paid time-off for individual volunteer activities and matching monetary donations to numerous 501(c)(3) organizations.
Salary: From $19.13 per hour
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.