Associate Sample Coordinator - 3rd Shift/Overnights (Wed - Sun)

Thermo Fisher Scientific•Covington, KY

12h•Onsite

About The Position

The Associate Sample Coordinator performs sample and standard handling duties and administrative tasks in support of laboratory operations and the Sample Management department. The role follows SOPs and applicable client procedures and fulfills laboratory requests with modest direct supervision. Third-shift work focuses on sample storage activities, including retrieval and optimizing space in storage units. Samples may be handled at -20°C, -70°C, and in liquid nitrogen environments. All shifts are trained to perform core sample-processing functions. The position is based at 155 W 38th Street, Covington, KY 41076, and is scheduled Wednesday through Sunday, 12:00 a.m. to 8:30 a.m. The starting rate is $18.00 per hour, with a 15% shift differential ($20.70 per hour), and eligibility for an annual bonus and merit program.

Requirements

High school or secondary school diploma or equivalent.
No prior experience required.
Familiarity with Microsoft Office, including Word and Excel.
Time-management skills.
Ability to maintain detailed tracking and documentation clearly and accurately according to SOPs.
Written and oral communication skills.
Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
Able to lift and move objects weighing 15 to 40 pounds.
Able to stand or remain upright and stationary for typical working hours.
Able to work in non-traditional work environments and use or learn standard office equipment and technology.
Able to communicate, receive, and understand information and ideas with diverse groups of people in a comprehensible and reasonable manner.
Able to perform successfully under pressure while prioritizing and handling multiple projects or activities.

Responsibilities

Perform inventory-tracking procedures, including receipt, check-in, login, labeling, inventory, transport, and check-out.
Complete administrative tasks in support of laboratory operations.
Communicate task status to a supervisor and/or appropriate laboratory staff.
Train on and follow SOPs, regulatory guidelines, and storage requirements.
Support responses to environmental unit alarms and potentially participate in on-call responsibilities.
Complete daily work assignments accurately, on time, and safely.
Perform third-shift storage activities, including sample retrieval and space optimization within storage units.