SCHEDULES: M-F (9:30AM-6PM) / (12:00PM – 8:30PM)

MUST LIVE WITHIN 20 MILES OF ALISO VIEJO, CA

Join Our Team as a Full-Time Laboratory Associate!

Are you passionate about scientific exploration and laboratory operations? We're seeking a dedicated Laboratory Associate to join our dynamic team. As a key member, you'll play a vital role in various laboratory tasks, including specimen logistics, accessioning, specimen and reagent preparations, laboratory housekeeping, and waste management.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assemble specimen collection kits for distribution.
• Utilize FedEx, UPS, and USPS for shipping and receiving packages.
• Reconcile daily receipt of specimens and conduct data entry accessioning.
• Perform quality control and quality assurance of accurate data entry functions.
• Extract DNA or RNA from different specimen types using automated platforms.
• Assist in preparing specimens for quantity and quality assessment prior to testing.
• Perform clerical duties associated with specimen preparation and workflow tracking.
• Check temperature monitoring devices for functionality.
• Document equipment usage logs.
• Participate in lab organization, housekeeping, and maintenance activities.
• Prepare reagents following approved procedures for laboratory testing.
• Adhere to the laboratory's quality control policies and document all quality control activities.

Qualifications/Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Life Sciences preferred.
• At least one (1) year of directly related laboratory experience.
• Able to type 80 words per minute

Skills:

• Ability to work independently and as a self-starter.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to prioritize, work under pressure, and handle multiple tasks.
• Strong attention to detail and high level of accuracy required.
• Ability to maintain laboratory records.

Hardware/Software Experience:

• Computer literate with the ability to utilize Microsoft Office Suite Products, Word, Excel, PowerPoint.
• Experience using Microsoft Teams for communication and presentations.
• Ability to use Laboratory Information System (LIS) software.

Complexity:

• Ability to perform highly detailed work with sustained attention and care while providing/obtaining information on numerous inquiries is paramount to success in this position.

Note: All applicants will be required to pass an onsite Excel and typing test.

If you're ready to embark on a rewarding career in the scientific field, apply today to become our newest Laboratory Associate!