Technician - Mass Spectrometry I

Job description:

Are you a skilled mass spectrometry professional ready to do meaningful work in a science-driven environment? ZRT Laboratory is looking for a Mass Spectrometry Technician I to join our laboratory team in Beaverton, Oregon.

About ZRT Laboratory:

ZRT Laboratory is an internationally recognized leader in hormone and wellness testing. For over 27 years, healthcare providers and academic research teams worldwide have trusted our expertise in accurately measuring hormones, neurotransmitters, and elements in saliva, finger-stick dried blood, and dried urine and serum. With results from over 10 million tests, ZRT is committed to the best science and the best people — delivering premier personalized home-collection testing solutions.

Job Responsibilities:

Testing & Analysis:

• Performs high-complexity laboratory testing on patient samples using LC-MS and GC-MS instrumentation
• Maintains technical competency through ongoing training and continuing education programs
• Uses ZRT’s laboratory information management system (LIMS) for testing and analysis of clinical and research samples
• Operates and performs routine maintenance on mass spectrometry equipment
• Reviews test results for accuracy and completeness

Quality Control & Compliance:

• Maintains all required records and documents laboratory activity
• Adheres to laboratory quality control policies and standard operating procedures (SOPs)
• Sterilizes and cleans laboratory equipment per established protocols
• Maintains inventory of laboratory chemicals and quality control material
• Ensures proper labeling and storage
• Ensures compliance with CLIA, CAP, and state regulations
• Maintains HIPAA compliance when handling test results
• Maintains a clean and orderly work area
• Performs safe handling of hazardous chemicals, liquid nitrogen, and biological specimens
• Disposes of hazardous waste and biohazardous materials according to safety protocols

Competencies:

• Strong documentation, data management, and organization skills
• Good attention to detail with ability to read and comprehend test results
• Technical troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities
• Ability to manage multiple tasks running in parallel
• Proficiency with laboratory information management systems (LIMS) and database software
• Ability to perform accurate calculations and dilutions
• Ability to work both independently, and collaboratively with minimal supervision
• Strong organizational, technical writing, and analytical abilities

Required education and experience:

• Bachelor of Science degree in biology, biochemistry, chemistry or appropriate science credits to work in a high-complexity laboratory
• Two or more years of general mass spectrometry experience
• Proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook

If this sounds like the right fit, we want to talk to you! We promote a healthy, inclusive and diverse work environment.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $27.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Referral program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

• Are you currently located in the Portland, Oregon metro area?

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

• Mass Spectrometry: 2 years (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $27