Laboratory Associate

Responsibilities

• Prepare, label, and organize laboratory samples, reagents, buffers, and media.
• Perform routine microbiology procedures including media preparation, microbial culturing, plating, colony counting, Gram staining, and environmental monitoring.
• Assist with molecular biology techniques such as DNA/RNA extraction, PCR, qPCR, gel electrophoresis, and nucleic acid quantification.
• Support chemistry laboratory activities including solution preparation, pH measurements, analytical testing, and instrument calibration.
• Operate and maintain laboratory equipment including centrifuges, pipettes, biosafety cabinets, autoclaves, incubators, spectrophotometers, and balances.
• Record laboratory data accurately using laboratory notebooks, LIMS, or electronic documentation systems.
• Follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), Good Documentation Practices (GDP), and Good Laboratory Practices (GLP/GMP) as required.
• Maintain laboratory cleanliness, sterilize equipment, dispose of biohazardous waste, and ensure compliance with laboratory safety procedures.
• Assist senior scientists and laboratory staff with research, quality control, and routine testing activities.
• Perform inventory management, stock laboratory supplies, and prepare materials for experiments.

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Biology, Microbiology, Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Chemistry, Biotechnology, or a related scientific discipline.
• 0-2 years of laboratory experience (coursework, internships, or academic research accepted).
• Basic understanding of microbiology, chemistry, and molecular biology laboratory techniques.
• Experience with aseptic technique and laboratory safety practices preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced laboratory environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.