Lab Assistant

Lab Assistant 1 – Certified Group

Apply for the Lab Assistant 1 role at Certified Group.

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$18.50/hr - $19.50/hr

We are seeking a Lab Assistant to support our Microbiology laboratory operations. This role is essential for ensuring accurate testing by assisting with sample preparation, maintaining laboratory equipment, and supporting general lab operations.

• Assist with cleaning and preparing glassware, plasticware, and laboratory equipment.
• Support preparation of media and diluents for microbial testing.
• Maintain laboratory organization and perform general housekeeping.
• Monitor inventory and restock consumables as needed.
• Dispose of biological waste safely and according to procedures.
• Follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and comply with Health & Safety guidelines, including wearing Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
• Receive, prepare, and set-up samples for analysis.
• Enter data, choose analyses, log and approve samples using a LIMS database on a Windows computer workstation.
• Process and maintain client samples at correct temperatures.
• Segregate samples according to company procedures.
• Assist with shipping of customer supplies including return coolers to customers.
• Communicate with clients for clarification on orders as needed.

• High school diploma with a focus on applied sciences or laboratory studies.
• Previous laboratory experience preferred but not required.

• Competitive wages
• Benefits package
• Training and development programs
• Team-building and social events

Entry level

Full-time

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