What are the responsibilities and job description for the Laboratory Assistant position at Valisure?
Job Title: Laboratory Assistant
Reports To: Laboratory Director
Location: New Haven, CT
Schedule: Full-time, onsite
Position Summary:
Valisure seeks a dedicated Laboratory Assistant to support the efficient operation of our laboratory by assisting scientific staff, allowing them to focus on advanced areas of analysis. This position involves sample preparation, inventory management, and laboratory maintenance tasks to facilitate seamless lab operations. The ideal candidate is organized, detail-oriented, and ready to contribute to our team immediately.
Essential Job Duties:
- Conduct sample receiving, intake duties, and organize both client and lab products
- Perform routine daily, weekly, and monthly laboratory checks as assigned
- Maintain good laboratory practices (GLP) including precise sample and reagent preparation, sample handling, and record-keeping
- Retrieve and organize samples from storage for analysis and appropriately label sample tubes
- Oversee supply inventory, track orders, and replenish as needed
- Perform glassware cleaning and general housekeeping duties
- Ensure proper storage and disposal of lab waste per safety protocols
- Assist with sample preparation and analysis under supervision
- Adhere to and promote strict safety standards
Skills and Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in chemistry, biochemistry, biology, chemical engineering, pharmaceutical sciences, or a related field with equivalent coursework
- Prior laboratory experience or familiarity with lab settings required
- Strong organizational skills; adept at managing multiple tasks and meeting deadlines
- Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and other scientific software
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, attention to detail
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team
- Highly adaptable, motivated, and willing to learn new techniques and procedures