Laboratory Associate, Public Health Laboratory

11 hours ago


New York, New York, United States City of New York Full time
Job Title: Laboratory Associate, Public Health Laboratory

The City of New York is seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Laboratory Associate to join our team at the Public Health Laboratory. As a Laboratory Associate, you will play a critical role in supporting the laboratory operations and ensuring the quality of our testing services.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Remove laboratory waste from lab units and maintain a clean and safe working environment.
  • Receive, store, and distribute laboratory supplies and equipment.
  • Clean and operate equipment as required, including autoclaves, microscopes, and other laboratory instruments.
  • Perform and document daily, weekly routine maintenance and Quality Control procedures on all lab equipment.
  • Assist with setting up standard controls and calibrations for equipment and laboratories throughout the building.
  • Maintain laboratory inventory, supplies, and equipment, including ordering and stocking materials as needed.
  • Prepare media and other supplies for distribution throughout the building.
  • Maintain upkeep of designated laboratory instruments before and after usage.
  • Work in the Central Accessioning Unit (CAU) to receive, sort, and deliver specimens to testing laboratories.
Why Work for Us:
  • Loan Forgiveness: As a City of New York employee, you may be eligible for federal/state loan forgiveness and repayment assistance programs.
  • Benefits: Enjoy premium-free health insurance, additional health, fitness, and financial benefits, a public sector defined benefit pension plan, tax-deferred savings program, and a robust Worksite Wellness Program.
  • Work From Home Policy: Depending on your position, you may be able to work up to two days a week from home.
  • Job Security: Enjoy more job security compared to private sector employment and contribute to making NYC a healthy place to live and work.

The NYC Health Department is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation to all individuals. To request reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, contact Sye-Eun Ahn, Director of the Office of Equal Employment Opportunity, at or.

Qualifications:

  • High school diploma or its equivalent.
  • One year of appropriate full-time experience or training in a biological, chemical, or clinical laboratory.
  • Eight credits, including laboratory coursework, in biology, chemistry, or medical technology from an accredited college or university.


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