Lab Assistant

Lab Assistant

Athens, GA

Full-Time

M-F, 1st Shift

Kelly® Science & Clinical is seeking Scientist for a long-term contract position at premier client in Athens, GA. If you're passionate about bringing the latest scientific discoveries to life and are ready to take the next step in your career, trust The Experts at Hiring Experts.

Schedule : M-F 8 : 00am-5 : 00pm

Compensation : $22-26 / hr

OVERVIEW

This client is an industry-leading biotechnology company known for leading the way in developing new therapeutic advancements .

In this role you'll support the Quality Control laboratories by performing housekeeping tasks and other support functions, with an emphasis on filing, cataloging, and containerizing GMP records for short and long term storage.

Other duties may include :

• Clean and properly store lab glassware, utensils, and other analytical tools
• Receive, log inventory, label and stock lab reagents
• Housekeeping such as cleaning benchtops, shelves, cabinets on routine basis
• Basic laboratory tasks such as daily balance checks, pH meter calibrations, etc

RESPONSIBILITIES

• File all completed laboratory records according to the appropriate filing system to ensure that all records are secure, immediately retrievable, and orderly.
• Daily, ensure that all laboratory glassware and utensils are cleaned and stored appropriately to ensure the analysts have the tools needed to perform analyses.
• Clean benchtops, counters, cabinets, and floors on a routine basis to ensure a safe working space, safe and compliant storage of all tools, reagents, consumables and maintain inventory levels by notifying the supervisor or chemists of low levels for ordering.
• As needed, assist chemists with basic laboratory assignments.
• Complete work orders for routine cleaning, sanitizing, and / or calibrating of laboratory equipment.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Some laboratory experience is preferred.
• Ability to manage time to complete tasks.
• Some chemistry or related science coursework is preferred.
• Strong organizational and communication skills are essential.
• Demonstrated ability to prioritize work based on department needs and compliance requirements.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS

• Calculate figures and amounts such as fractions, ratios, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume.
• Work with mathematical concepts such as probability, statistical inference, and statistical process control.
• Apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.
• Perform conversions from English to Metric units and back.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

While performing the duties of this job, the employee frequently is required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel;

talk and hear; reach with hands and arms; and smell.

• The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
• The employee must frequently lift and / or move up to 10 pounds and may occasionally lift and / or move up to 25 pounds.

What happens next :

Once you apply, you'll proceed to next steps if your skills and experience look like a good fit. But don't worry even if this position doesn't work out, you're still in our network and we can help find something that may be a better fit for you! That also means our team of expert Science & Clinical recruiters will have access to your profile, making your opportunities limitless.

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