Laboratory Assistant (Micro)

Laboratory Assistant PositionJoin a company where you can make a difference from day one and help make the world a better and safer place. ARL Bio Pharma provides analytical and microbiological testing for the pharmaceutical industry and we are the most respected name in our industry. Our laboratory works with pharmaceutical companies, compounding and hospital pharmacies, drug manufacturers, and raw material suppliers bringing excellence to pharmaceutical sciences and making pharmaceuticals safer. This position is a fantastic stepping-stone and a way to gain experience in the interesting world of the pharmaceutical industry.Under the supervision of the laboratory supervisor the Microbiology Lab Assistant provides support tasks in a fast-paced laboratory setting. And... we'll teach you everything you need to know. No prior experience or training required. Some highlights...Paid TrainingWork in a comfortable office setting with casual dress codeFree Medical and Dental Insurance401k Retirement with Company MatchWorking with exceptional peopleThis is a full-time role with a great benefits package Work Schedule: Day Shift - ~9AM to 5PM Work Restrictions: Because of vital nature of this work, we do not allow medical marijuana cards and we do random drug testing on all of our employees.Essential Functions...Media preparationGlassware cleaningInventory / orderingLab cleaning and sanitizationAutoclaving various reagents and suppliesAssist laboratory personnel in daily activities to maintain high scientific quality and compliance with SOPs, protocols, and safety standardsAbility to wear, maintain, and properly use appropriate safety equipment, including, but not limited to eye protection, gloves, full face respirator, and lab coat.Position Requirements...High School diploma with 2+ years working experience OR...Associate degree in Microbiology or related science field OR...Bachelor's degree in Microbiology or related science fieldA minimum of an associate degree in Microbiology or related science field is preferredCommunication Proficiency.Work Environment...This job operates in a laboratory environment. Physical Demands...The role requires standing for prolonged periods of time; dexterity in fingers and hands to perform complex and precise manipulations; ability to walk and stoop; ability to lift and move up to 50 pounds; see in the normal visual range including the ability to distinguish colors and shades and hear in the normal audio range with or without correction.AAP/EEO Statement ARL Bio Pharma, Inc. provides equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetics or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law. ARL Bio Pharma, Inc. expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetics or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law. Improper interference with the ability of ARL Bio Pharma, Inc. employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge. Further, the company takes affirmative action to ensure that applicants and employees are treated without regard to any of these characteristics.