Laboratory Support Specialist

2 weeks ago


Johnston, Iowa, United States Incubation Systems Private Limited Full time
Job Title: Research Assistant

Duration: 12+ Months

Location:
  • Johnston, IA 50131
Shift: Monday – Friday; 40 hours per week; 7:30 AM – 4:00 PM

Bonus Structure:

$500 paid after 6 months, $1,000 paid after 12 months (repeats every year worker stays onsite)

Pay Rate: $22.53/hr

Job Summary:

The Research Assistant will play a vital role in supporting laboratory operations by ensuring the availability of sterile glassware, water, and necessary supplies as required.

This position also entails the responsibility of autoclaving biohazard waste and adhering to established protocols to maintain a safe working environment.

Duties/Responsibilities:
  • Deliver clean, sterile glassware and supplies to laboratories, ensuring that all designated materials, including sterile water, are available.
  • Initiate service requests when necessary and communicate with the team and laboratories regarding equipment repairs.
  • Maintain accurate lab documentation to ensure proper labeling of glassware and record services performed for specific laboratories.
  • Proactively ensure a safe working environment for yourself and colleagues, including the decontamination of bagged biohazard waste.
  • Provide coverage for team members as needed and contribute to fostering a collaborative team environment.
  • Assess daily workload to ensure timely delivery of glassware, supplies, and water within a 24-hour timeframe.
  • Travel between Johnston locations during working hours using personal transportation. Address internal customer issues by collaborating with management and implementing feedback for improvements in glassware support.
  • Independently resolve issues that may arise within the team, with internal customers, or with external contractors.
  • Prioritize customer demands to ensure that other responsibilities are not compromised.
Education and Experience:
  • High school diploma or GED required. Technical Associate's degree preferred, or equivalent relevant education and experience.
Competencies:
  • Ability to read and interpret instructions and perform tasks without supervision.
  • The employee may occasionally lift and move up to 50 lbs, with repetitive use of wrists, hands, and fingers, and must be able to stand, walk, and work on their feet for extended periods.
  • Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
  • Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively in a team setting with individuals from diverse cultural backgrounds. Fluency in English is required.
  • Some mechanical knowledge is preferred.
  • Ability to work in various environmental conditions.
  • Familiarity with laboratory practices and sterile techniques while adhering to all safety regulations is essential.

Job Types:
Full-time, Contract

Pay:
$22.53 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Schedule:
  • 8 hour shift
  • Monday to Friday

Work Location:
In person

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