What are the responsibilities and job description for the Glasswash Lab Assistant position at Cell Signaling Technology (CST)?
Who we are...
Cell Signaling Technology (CST) is a different kind of life sciences company, one founded, owned, and run by active research scientists, with the highest standards of product and service quality, technological innovation, and scientific rigor for over 20 years. We consistently provide fellow scientists around the globe with best-in-class products and services to fuel their quests for discovery.
Helping researchers find new solutions is our main mission every day, but it's not our only mission. We're also dedicated to helping identify solutions to other problems facing our world. We believe that all businesses must be responsible and work in partnership with local communities, while seeking to minimize their environmental impact. That's why we joined 1% for the Planet as its first life science member, and have committed to achieving net-zero emissions by 2029.
The role:
The Glasswash Lab Assistant is responsible for following standard operating procedures, independently and also as part of a team, to collect, handle, wash, dry, sterilize, inspect and distribute a wide variety of labware used by our Production, Development, and Research laboratories, and to inspect and test glasswashers, autoclaves, and basic emergency laboratory safety equipment. The Lab Assistant is responsible for tracking of work and materials using computer spreadsheets.
Responsibilities:
- Collect and prep lab glassware and assorted labware following established protocols for cleaning and safety, including washing by hand.
- Load labware materials into heavy-duty, lab-grade washing machines following established protocols and procedures.
- Prepare and load materials into autoclave/steam sterilizer following established protocols and safety procedures.
- Maintain inventory of stocks in designated lab locations including glassware, plasticware, and disposable supplies.
- Maintain accurate records to track workloads, to show that wash/sterilization cycles were completed properly, and to document testing of sterilizers; includes the use of basic excel spreadsheets.
- Inspect facility’s lab safety showers, eyewash stations, and fire extinguishers.
- May perform basic calibrations on lab instruments.
- Keep a clean and orderly work area, primarily the Glasswash & Sterilization room(s), and including shared lab areas, lab equipment, and labware collection/sink areas as needed.
- Establish positive working relationships with the Lab Operations group and CST scientists (our “internal customers”).
- Assist with any other duties of the Lab Operations group as needed.
Required Qualifications:
- High School Diploma or GED.
- Basic computer skills for data entry and documentation (Microsoft Excel, Word).
- Cleaning experience.
- Organized and hardworking.
- Ability to consistently follow instructions, with strong attention to detail.
- Service and safety oriented, self-motivated and proactive.
- Dependable, takes responsibility for own actions.
- Team-oriented with good communication skills.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience with basic computer programs, such as Excel, Word, and Google applications.
- Experience in an industrial/biotechnology/clinical laboratory setting.
- Mechanical or technical skills.
Physical Conditions / Physical Requirements:
- Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.
- Must be able to stand and walk for most of the work day.
- Must be comfortable working in a typical laboratory/industrial environment with controlled hazards present.
- Work locations include both CST locations: Beverly, MA and Danvers, MA.
What we offer....
At Cell Signaling Technology (CST) we recognize that people will always be our most important asset. Providing a safe, inclusive, and stimulating working environment that understands the importance of diversity, human dignity and meaningful work is as important as establishing company policies that incorporate excellent health insurance and pay benefits. We recognize that development of people is the key to their happiness and thus ensure every employee has impactful discussions with their manager and develops actionable performance and professional development plans. Lastly, we are committed to engaging and supporting our employees in committees and philanthropy that benefit their local communities and environment through community investment programs.
Benefits
- Medical (BCBS) and Dental (Delta Dental) plans paid at 90%
- Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance, Short and Long Term Disability
- Flexible Spending accounts
- 401(k) Plan with 6% match
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Generous PTO package
- Pet Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
- Onsite Subsidized Cafeteria
- Free Parking
Cell Signaling Technology (CST) is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, status as a veteran or as a member of the military or status in any group protected by applicable federal or state laws.
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