Lab Analyst I – Hands-on Testing in a Regulated Lab

Sotera Health; Itasca (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Sotera Health Company in Illinois is recruiting a Laboratory Analyst to join our regulated lab team, where you will help test and ensure the safety of medical devices and healthcare products. This role emphasizes training, precision, and adherence to SOPs in a global life sciences setting.

We provide structured training and opportunities to grow within a leading provider of sterilization, lab testing, and advisory services for the healthcare industry.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Interest in science, laboratory work, healthcare, biotech, or medical devices.
• Ability to follow written procedures and detailed instructions.
• Attention to accuracy and detail.
• Able to perform structured or repetitive tasks with consistent quality.
• Organized and able to meet established timelines.
• Basic computer and math skills.
• Strong communication and teamwork.
• Willingness to learn new processes.
• Reliability, initiative, honesty, and integrity.

Responsibilities

• Perform laboratory testing according to procedures and protocols.
• Support GLP, GMP, and other regulated testing activities.
• Prepare samples, materials, supplies, and media needed for testing.
• Follow SOPs and other controlled laboratory instructions.
• Accurately document testing activities and results in real time.
• Maintain sample identification and traceability throughout the testing process.
• Identify and communicate unexpected results, deviations, or testing issues.
• Assist with controlled documents and laboratory records.
• Collaborate with Study Directors and other laboratory team members.
• Maintain an organized, safe, and quality-focused work environment.
• Participate in training and continuous improvement activities.

Skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Follow procedures

Reliability

Communication

Math basics

Computer skills

Time management

Willingness to learn

Integrity

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor’s degree in biology, microbiology, chemistry, biochemistry, biotechnology, or related field

Job description

Sotera Health Company in Illinois is recruiting a Laboratory Analyst to join our regulated lab team, where you will help test and ensure the safety of medical devices and healthcare products. This role emphasizes training, precision, and adherence to SOPs in a global life sciences setting.

We provide structured training and opportunities to grow within a leading provider of sterilization, lab testing, and advisory services for the healthcare industry.