Laboratory Assistant

Oregon Health & Science University•Portland, OR

About The Position

The Laboratory Assistant supports the Knight Diagnostic Genetics Laboratory by performing duties including cleaning glassware and instruments, sterilizing glassware and instruments making performing other duties to assure smooth day-to-day operation of the laboratory.

Requirements

High school diploma and at least two years of college science courses plus one year of college math or computer courses OR High school diploma and successful completion of a lab Assistant Training Program including clinical lab experience
Ability to complete time sensitive tasks according to protocols, and prioritize multiple tasks at one time
Excellent communication, analytical and organizational skills: both written and verbal
Ability to work independently and as part of a team while being collaborative in resolving problems
Proficiency with computers running Windows and PC applications e.g. MS Excel, Oracle, Access, Word and Powerpoint.
Excellent customer service skills, both on the phone and in person
Energy and drive to coordinate multiple projects simultaneously
Ability to use tact and diplomacy to maintain effective working relationships

Nice To Haves

At least two years of college lab science courses, plus one year of college math or computer courses
Clinical laboratory work experience including general knowledge of laboratory terminology, equipment, materials and techniques, and safety
Experience with sterilizing procedures strongly preferred
Working knowledge of Oracle

Responsibilities

Wash laboratory glassware and other equipment/instruments.
Distribute clean glassware and equipment.
Maintain inventory of reagents and supplies for the laboratory.
Make and aliquot reagents used in the laboratory per protocol.
Maintain clean and organized work spaces for the laboratory wet benches.
Monitor temperatures for incubators, refrigerators, and freezers.
Monitor eye wash stations and diH2O purity.
Retrieve specimens and/or charts as needed by technologists and the director.
Assist technologists and directors with miscellaneous tasks as requested.
Follow established safety procedures in all areas of the lab.

Benefits

Medical, dental and vision coverage at no or low cost to employees
Covered 100% for full-time employees and 88% for dependents
Several retirement plans to choose from with contributions from OHSU
25 days a year of paid time off
8 days of sick time off
Commuter subsidies
Tuition reimbursement
Access to group life insurance, disability insurance and other supplemental benefits
Annual Merit Increase
Growth/Development Opportunities
Employee discounts to local and major businesses