Lab Assistant

SRM Institute of Science Technology; Chennai District; On-site; INR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

SRM Institute of Science Technology is seeking a Laboratory Assistant to assist in setting up and maintaining laboratory equipment, and to document experiments under supervision. The role emphasizes meticulous record-keeping, data collection, and collaboration with a research team.

The ideal candidate will support calibration of instruments, adhere to safety procedures, and contribute to project goals in a dynamic lab environment at SRM IST.

Qualifications

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to lift and move heavy objects.
• Familiarity with laboratory safety procedures and protocols.
• Basic knowledge of scientific principles and concepts.

Responsibilities

• Assist in setting up and maintaining laboratory equipment and instruments.
• Prepare and maintain accurate records of laboratory experiments and results.
• Operate and calibrate laboratory equipment such as spectrophotometers and chromatography systems.
• Conduct experiments and collect data under the supervision of senior staff.
• Maintain a clean and safe working environment.
• Collaborate with other team members to achieve project goals.

Skills

Independent work

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Lifting/heavy objects

Lab safety procedures

Scientific principles

Job description

Roles and Responsibility

• Assist in setting up and maintaining laboratory equipment and instruments.
• Prepare and maintain accurate records of laboratory experiments and results.
• Operate and calibrate laboratory equipment such as spectrophotometers and chromatography systems.
• Conduct experiments and collect data under the supervision of senior staff.
• Maintain a clean and safe working environment.
• Collaborate with other team members to achieve project goals.

Job Requirements

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to lift and move heavy objects.
• Familiarity with laboratory safety procedures and protocols.
• Basic knowledge of scientific principles and concepts.