Laboratory Assistant II

Laboratory Assistant II

Duration: 25 Weeks Location: Research Triangle Park, North Carolina- 27709 Pay rate: $24/hr on W2

Job Responsibilities

• Receive, accession, and manage samples using laboratory information management system (LIMS) following CLIA regulations and client 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