Lab Assistant

Job Title: Sample Coordinator (Entry level)

Duration: Expected to be a 12-months contract with the possibility of extension.

Location: North Chicago, IL- 60064

Pay Rate: $18-$21

Featured Benefits

• Medical Insurance in compliance with the ACA
• 401(k)
• Sick leave in compliance with applicable state, federal, and local laws.

Work Shift: 1st shift, Mon-Fri (8 hours)

Job Description:

Possesses a thorough understanding of sample management processes and works closely with scientists and project managers to ensure samples are received and transferred in accordance with SOPs and study protocols. Develops independence in performing routine work and ability to organize, manage and set priorities for multiple tasks. Demonstrate the ability to document according to ALCOA documentation practices, communicate observations and escalate issues effectively.

Essential Functions:

• Works with multiple functional groups to meet business needs.
• Performs work assignments accurately, and in a timely and safe manner.
• Plans and organizes work with periodic supervision.
• Safely works with biological matrix (e.g. plasma, urine, blood, CSF, etc) in a biohazard level 2 laboratory.
• Log shipments and receive samples for clinical and/or toxicology trials, in accordance with priority and in accordance with SOPs and regulations.
• Document and maintain shipment, sample receipt and condition records per SOP.
• Notify manager and sample owner (i.e. scientist) of any abnormal receipt conditions.
• Performs self and peer review of the data for accuracy and compliance.
• Maintain sample integrity and chain of custody and report any concerns or failures on time.
• Ensure compliance with current SOPs and training.
• Support QA audits and ensures QA findings are addressed appropriately.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent and relevant formal academic / vocational qualification
• Previous experience that provides the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the job (comparable to 1 years).

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of applicable regulatory requirements
• Ability to understand and independently apply GLPs to everyday work
• Ability to utilize Microsoft Excel and Word to perform tasks
• Ability to use electronic laboratory notebook and Laboratory Information Management System (e.g. Watson LIMS, StarLIMS, etc)
• Good written and oral communication skills
• Time management and project management skills
• Problem solving and troubleshooting abilities
• Ability to work in a collaborative work environment with a team
• Strong organization, attention to detail, and multi-tasking skills

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Job Type: Contract

Pay: $18.00 - $21.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

• Inventory control: 1 year (Required)
• GLP/Laboratory/lab samples accessioning: 1 year (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $18 - $21