Laboratory Assistant

Laboratory Research Technician - Parasitology

Pay Rate: $27.00-$30.00/hour
Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM-5:00 PM
Location: Athens, GA

Position Overview

We are seeking a Laboratory Research Technician to support daily laboratory operations within an Animal Health Discovery research team. This position will primarily support parasitology research , including insect and ectoparasite rearing, laboratory maintenance, reagent preparation, and internal drug-screening activities.

The ideal candidate has previous hands-on laboratory experience as well as experience working in a vivarium, insectary, or similar research environment maintaining insect or ectoparasite colonies . This role requires strong attention to detail and the ability to independently perform routine and repetitive laboratory procedures once trained.

Key Responsibilities

• Support daily insect husbandry, rearing, and colony maintenance activities.
• Perform routine and repetitive laboratory procedures independently after appropriate training.
• Support parasitology research and internal drug-screening activities.
• Prepare reagents and laboratory materials according to established procedures.
• Assist with specific steps in laboratory assay execution.
• Perform routine laboratory cleaning, organization, and consumable stocking.
• Track laboratory equipment, maintenance schedules, inventory, and supplies.
• Place laboratory supply orders as needed.
• Ensure proper receipt, storage, handling, and disposal of laboratory materials.
• Perform laboratory activities using appropriate aseptic techniques .
• Learn the basic operation of laboratory automation software and equipment, progressing to occasional independent operation.
• Complete assigned tasks accurately, efficiently, and with minimal supervision.
• Follow all applicable safety protocols, regulatory requirements, and internal Good Scientific Practice (GSP) standards.

Qualifications

• College coursework in Biology, Biological Sciences, Animal Science, Entomology, or a related discipline , or equivalent relevant experience.
• 2+ years of laboratory experience within a research company, biotechnology/pharmaceutical environment, or academic institution.
• 1+ year of experience working in a vivarium or insectary maintaining insect or ectoparasite colonies.
• Previous hands-on insect rearing and maintenance experience required .
• Experience performing laboratory activities using aseptic technique .
• Strong attention to detail and demonstrated ability to perform meticulous laboratory work.
• Dependable, organized, and able to complete tasks independently with minimal supervision.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively within a collaborative research team.
• Fluency in English.
• Ability and willingness to learn laboratory automation software and equipment.

Education Requirement

College-level coursework in biology or a related scientific discipline is required.

Important: This position is intended for candidates with college-level coursework and hands-on laboratory experience.


Benefits (employee contribution):

• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Flexible spending accounts
• Life insurance
• Retirement plan

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. Rate of pay within the stated range will depend on the qualification of the applicant.