On Call/Flex Laboratory Assistant

Eurofins•Des Moines, IA

About The Position

The Laboratory Assistant supports sample preparation and daily laboratory testing. The role involves following applicable quality-system documents, procedures, and safety requirements; preparing and weighing samples; preparing solutions; identifying samples that need rechecks; and recording test data accurately in laboratory records and eLIMS. The assistant helps maintain a clean, safe laboratory, reports analytical or method difficulties to a supervisor, and protects proprietary methodologies. This is an on-call/flexible role with flexible evening hours. Candidates within commuting distance of Des Moines, Iowa, are encouraged to apply.

Requirements

Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and analytical skills.
Excellent communication skills.
Responsive, independent problem-solving ability and an action-oriented approach.
Basic understanding of ISO 17025 guidelines.
High school diploma.
0–3 years of experience.

Responsibilities

Understand and follow relevant quality-system documents, including the Quality Manual, SOPs, methods, and local policies.
Adhere to quality measures meeting or exceeding ISO/IEC 17025, government regulatory, and company requirements.
Follow company procedures and applicable health, safety, and environmental regulations.
Assist with daily sample assaying and perform testing from a daily work list.
Set up sample batches for weighing and weigh samples.
Identify samples that need rechecks.
Prepare solutions used in daily testing of designated samples.
Maintain accurate records of daily work and quality-control or regulatory tests as needed.
Record sample test data and results in a logbook, record book, or BookMaster, and enter them into eLIMS accurately and promptly, manually or by automatic export.
Maintain a safe, clean laboratory; clean work areas and glassware, dispose of hazardous waste according to procedures, and help others maintain a safe work environment.
Identify method, matrix, or analytical difficulties and report them, with proposed solutions, to a supervisor.
Protect proprietary methodologies from disclosure to non-employees unless approved in writing by the Laboratory Manager or designate.
Respond to the queries and needs of clients, staff, and coworkers.
Remain current on technical, industry, and business developments as directed by a Department Leader or supervisor.
Recommend more accurate or efficient laboratory equipment or procedures.
Maintain cooperative working relationships and communicate orally and in writing with coworkers across departments.
Promote the company image through sound and ethical business practices with the public and customers.
Perform other duties as assigned.