What are the responsibilities and job description for the Laboratory Screening Analyst (1st Shift) position at Keystone Lab?
Laboratory Screening Analyst (1st Shift)
Keystone Lab, Inc. - Asheville, NC
Our Screening Team is searching for qualified Laboratory Screening Analyst (1st Shift) with personality, exceptional people skills and a positive attitude.
Position summary:
The Laboratory Analyst is responsible for the testing and processing of clinical/forensic toxicology samples.
Education requirements:
At a minimum, this position requires a bachelor’s degree in applied science.
Specific lab experience required:
- Experience operating an immunoassay analyzer and reviewing data.
Key responsibilities:
- Manage controlled workflow in a fast paced testing environment.
- Assist in troubleshooting of laboratory instruments.
- Schedule routine and emergency service of instrument fleet including immunoassay analyzers.
- Oversight of consumable inventory.
- Use effective written and verbal communication skills to cooperatively work with customers and staff; communicate regularly and effectively with laboratory and operations staff.
Additional requirements:
- Highly dedicated person, who loves to work in teams and is a natural leader.
- Dedicated to applying science and motivated by using science to help people.
- Ability to handle a fast-paced and demanding lab environment.
- Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with management, staff and clients both orally and in writing.
- Strong reasoning ability in the identification of problems and the ability to draw conclusions and make responsible decisions.
- The ability to utilize and/or develop connections within the scientific community and utilize these resources in the resolution of issues in the laboratory.
Work environment:
The Analyst may be required to work weekends, holidays and be on-call as business needs dictate. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be exposed to infectious and hazardous chemicals as outlined in the Laboratory Safety Manual.
Keystone Laboratory, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status or any other status protected by law.
