R&D Clinical Research Senior Lab Associate

IDEXX Laboratories • Westbrook, ME

297d • $27

About The Position

This R D Clinical Research Senior Lab Associate position is an opportunity to be a member of the Biobank team in Westbrook, Maine. In this position, you will be supporting cutting-edge research projects that enhance the ability of veterinarians to provide advanced medical care throughout the United States and over 175 countries worldwide. This role provides on the ground support for sample collection, processing, organization and management following established standard operating procedures. Newly acquired biobanking software is used to maintain records of sample metadata and processing history, as well as monitor and fill sample requisitions from across IDEXX. The biobank also collaborates with multiple R D teams to create and maintain inventories of study-specific collection kits, and ensure critical materials are shipped out for in-the-field studies. This role reports directly to the biobank manager.

Requirements

• Ability to understand and follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOP's), including safety and quality procedures.
• Familiarity with the use of computers and software for maintaining records and tracking inventory.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-volume work environment.
• Good communication skills to interact with others at different levels, including customer-facing communication.
• Ability to meet physical requirements of working in a lab, including standing and sitting for extended periods, lifting up to 50 lbs, and specific vision abilities.

Nice To Haves

• Experience working in a veterinary clinic.
• Prior laboratory experience.

Responsibilities

• Support sample collection, processing, organization, and management following established standard operating procedures.
• Maintain records of sample metadata and processing history using biobanking software.
• Monitor and fill sample requisitions from across IDEXX.
• Collaborate with multiple R D teams to create and maintain inventories of study-specific collection kits.
• Ensure critical materials are shipped out for in-the-field studies.

Benefits

• Hourly Rate: $27.00/hour
• Opportunity for annual cash bonus
• Health / Dental / Vision Benefits
• Day-One 5% matching 401k
• Financial support
• Pet insurance
• Mental health resources
• Volunteer paid days off
• Employee stock program
• Foundation donation matching

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services