Testing Services Lab Assistant, Part Time

Vmrd, inc•Pullman, WA

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The part-time Lab Assistant supports the Testing Services Lab Technicians and Technologists in daily laboratory operations. This role involves maintaining a clean and organized laboratory environment, ensuring equipment is functional, and managing supplies. As the employee gains experience, they may assist with sample processing, routine testing, and training new personnel.

Requirements

Treats others with mutual respect and regard
Completes work with accuracy, thoroughness, and attention to detail and exhibits constancy and reliability
Excellent time management and prioritization skills
Good verbal and information technology skills (MS Office)
Ability to work in a time sensitive environment
High School Diploma or GED required

Nice To Haves

Previous work experience in a lab environment
College level course work in Biology, Chemistry and Mathematics preferred

Responsibilities

Follows all policies, protocols, and SOPs
Cleaning of labs and biosafety cabinets
Equipment verification and maintenance
Restocking of lab supplies daily/weekly
Ability to work in a hood, measure liquids and weigh ingredients, use a pipette, work with chemicals and maintain a sterile environment
Generic reagent generation, as needed
Maintain paperwork as per all related SOPs and Quality Manual
Archive and management of electronic records
Record incoming samples as needed
Labeling of flasks, plates and slides as needed for weekly assays
Assist in performance of some routine testing as assigned
Handling inoculated cultures, (virus, bacteria, fungal)
Assist in training of new personnel if needed
Perform all other related duties as assigned