ENTRY LEVEL LAB Technician

Integrated Resources Inc.; Kalamazoo (MI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the diagnostic field is looking for an Associate Scientist to conduct product validation studies. The role requires a strong laboratory safety awareness and experience with diagnostic products. Candidates should possess a relevant degree and have experience in handling biological samples. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to impact experimental direction and ensure high-quality standards.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of relevant work experience.
• Experience with diagnostic products, running lateral flow tests.
• Experience handling biological samples including faeces and blood.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the design, execution, and coordination of studies.
• Conduct internal studies and maintain accurate documentation.
• Prepare procedures and reports based on study data.

Skills

Laboratory safety awareness

Self-motivation

Teamwork skills

Education

BS/BA in microbiology/biochemistry/biomedical sciences

Job description

• As an Associate Scientist (RD1) – Senior Associate Scientist (RD2), you will conduct or assist in conducting lateral flow based diagnostic product validation and registration studies, both internally as well as externally at reference laboratories
• This will include the preparation of sample sets for the various tests, conducting the testing, take care of the logistics of conducting the studies at an external laboratory, maintain accurate records and assist in data entry and writing up the study reports
• Outstanding laboratory safety awareness, Laboratory work may include processing blood samples to plasma/ serum, aliquoting of serum/ plasma or blood, processing faecal samples from animals, running lateral flow assays, and using automated and workstation screening equipment
• rigid aseptic technique and notebook documentation are a prerequisite.
• Self-motivation, ability to work independently, and strong teamwork skills are essential to be successful in this role.

Responsibilities:

• Assist in the design, execution and coordination of studies.
• Conduct internal studies.
• Maintain accurate documentation of experimental methods and prepare procedures and reports.
• Assist with the preparation and sharing of data to influence experimental direction.
• BS/ BA in microbiology/ biochemistry/ biomedical sciences or related discipline with a minimum of 3 years of relevant work experience.
• Experience with diagnostic products, such as running lateral flow tests at veterinary or human hospitals.
• Experience with handling biological samples, including faeces and blood.

Additional Information

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