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Laboratory Administrative Assistant

EMSL Analytical, Inc
San Leandro, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 1/12/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/12/2026

EMSL is seeking a Laboratory Administrative Assistant in San Leandro, CA. This is an administrative support position for the laboratory manager and the analysts. It will oversee the shipping, receiving, distributing, and logging in of samples.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Receive environmental samples and enter Chain of Custody into LIMS system
Review paperwork for all incoming samples to ensure completeness and correctness
Quality control of samples to ensure sample integrity
Transfer samples based on priority to appropriate custody locations
Coordinate and perform sample-related activities, including shipping and receiving, processing and administration
Generate reports, invoices, and enter data produced by analysts into the computer system for the production of the final, client ready report
Ensure the final report is prepared and that the results are reported to the client in a timely manner
Assist with internal and external client questions via phone, e-mail, and in person
Act as a liaison between clients and laboratory staff
Other responsibilities as deemed necessary by the manager

Requirements:
High School diploma or GED equivalent
Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely and without restriction or sponsorship
Experience in administration, data entry, and customer service
Proficient in MS Office
Excellent communication skills with the ability to interact professionally with clientele
Ability to work in a high volume environment
Ability to stand and sit for various lengths of time
Ability to lift up to 25lbs.
Effective time management, organizational skills, and ability to multi-task and prioritize with minimal assistance

Available Shift:
Position is full-time, Monday to Friday 10:00 a.m. to 6:30 p.m.
Candidates living within a commutable distance of San Leandro, CA are encouraged to apply

EMSL offers full time benefits: medical, dental, 401(k), voluntary benefits, paid time off, holiday pay and FSA. Pay rate for this position is $20.00 per hour.

To find out more about EMSL Analytical, Inc. please visit our website at: www.emsl.com

EOE including Veterans and Disabled

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $20.00 per hour

Work Location: In person

Salary : $20

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