Lab Assistant I

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY: Assists in sorting specimens, primer tubes and maintains equipment in good operating condition. PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES: Assists in organizing and sorting samples and primer tubes according to the standard operating procedure in an efficient manner with little to no errors Responsible for consolidation and disposal of expired primer tubes. Responsible for organizing, cleaning cold storage units and laboratory as needed. Responsible for storage of samples and data entry into LIMS system. Support the Histology Techician in completing daily tasks. Assist laboratory team with maintenance and cleaning of equipment. Assist in completing laboratory maintenance. Follows GLP (good laboratory practice): maintain cleans and organized work space. Completes training and other deadlines on time. Recognizes and escalates equipment malfunctions. Recognizes, documents, and escalates protocol deviations in lab to lead/supervisor. Communicates effectively with team and other departments (including via e-mail). Provides feedback on day-to-day schedule and tasks to lead/supervisor. Assists teammates in completing daily tasks. Conducts himself/herself in a professional manner. Adheres...