Laboratory Assistant, In Vitro Assay Services

LifeNet Health•Kalamazoo, MI

13d•$17 - $22•Onsite

About The Position

Every day, YOU help us to save lives, restore health, and bring hope to patients and families around the world. At LifeNet Health, we cultivate growth, innovation, and collaboration, where your contributions drive solutions that benefit humanity. Together, we are united by a mission greater than ourselves, a purpose rooted in healing. ABOUT THIS JOB The Laboratory Assistant (LA) supports In Vitro Assay Services maintaining the laboratory’s chemical and consumables inventory. The LA is also responsible for all general laboratory cleaning, maintenance, and waste management procedures as well as general administrative duties and basic laboratory functions, as needed. Your work will have purpose every single day, contributing directly to life-changing outcomes.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED
Computer Skills: Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Teams.
Teamwork: Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and coordinate multiple activities with a wide variety of disciplines within the company; open to others’ ideas; able to contribute to team decisions.
Attention to Detail: Ability to perform tasks thoroughly and with care; checks work to ensure high degree of accuracy/completeness and early/on-time delivery.
Time Management: Able to prioritize multiple, competing priorities and manage time/workload. Demonstrated ability to effectively prioritize and juggle multiple time sensitive projects, multi-task, identify project interdependencies and potential risks/pitfalls.
Communication: Good verbal and written communication skills. Able to communicate conclusions and recommended path; able to present complex information to peers and non-technical leadership; able to describe and convince decision makers on recommended path; able to deliver a formal presentation.
Innovative: Able to solve problems using new methodology; demonstrated forward thinking and creativity.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree
One (1) year of relevant laboratory experience; GLP/ISO/GMP experience a bonus; candidates with experience with LIMS and ELNs highly preferred.
Computer Skills: Excel & PowerPoint

Responsibilities

Inventory Management: Creates, manages and maintains an inventory system for laboratory chemicals and consumables. Receives materials and accurately logs receipts using the applicable electronic data capture system and/or approved documents. Obtains, files and maintains applicable Material Safety Data Sheets and Certificates of Analysis for all chemicals received. Monitors stock levels, and coordinates disposal, restocking, and reordering supplies, as needed.
Laboratory Cleaning and Maintenance: Performs routine cleaning and upkeep of laboratory spaces and equipment including but not limited to, dusting, sweeping, mopping, and regularly disinfecting and wiping down surfaces and equipment per established procedures. Completes required documentation for daily environmental monitoring within the laboratory.
Waste Management: Manages routine waste handling activities including autoclaving applicable waste, removing trash and recycling, and organizing chemical disposal services, as needed in accordance with site procedures and safety requirements.
Operational Support: Provides operational support including the creation of departmental data books, preparation of backup scans for business continuity purposes, and performance of basic laboratory functions, as needed.

Benefits

Affordable Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage- Comprehensive care that won’t break the bank.
Profit Sharing Plan- Share in the success you help create.
403(b) Retirement Plan- Invest in your future with confidence.
Paid Parental Leave- 6 weeks to bond with your newest family member.
Corporate Sponsored Events- Celebrate milestones and build connections.
Generous Paid Time Off- Because balance matters: 18 vacation days (based on position, tenure, and state laws) 9 sick days (subject to local and state regulations) 9 holidays (7 standard + 2 floating)
Flexible Work Program- For approved roles, how and where you perform best.
Tuition reimbursement- We invest in your growth and education.
Career & Leadership Development- Expand your impact and potential.
Wellness Program- Prioritize your health with holistic resources.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)- Support for you and your household.
Incredible teammates- Collaborate with passionate, dedicated professionals.