Lab Assistant

Pace Analytical Services, LLC; United States; On-site; USD 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salaries

Medical

Dental vision

401K retirement plan

Life

Disability benefits

Paid time off

Sick and vacation days

HSA

Wellness program

Flexible spending accounts

Tuition reimbursement

Employee Assistance program

Parental leave

Optional legal coverage

Job summary

Pace Analytical Services, LLC is seeking a dependable Lab Assistant in the United States to support the daily operations of our environmental testing laboratory. This entry-level role requires no prior lab experience, and we provide comprehensive training.

You will wash, dry, organize, and return laboratory glassware, transport items between designated laboratory areas, and assist with basic data entry while adhering to health and safety procedures.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• No prior laboratory experience required; training provided.
• Dependability and attention to detail are essential.
• Good organizational and communication skills; ability to follow written and verbal directions.

Responsibilities

• Wash and clean laboratory glassware according to established procedures.
• Dry, organize, and return clean glassware to correct locations.
• Transport glassware between designated laboratory areas.
• Keep washing and storage areas clean, safe, and organized.
• Dispose of broken glassware according to safety procedures.
• Monitor and restock laboratory supplies and materials.
• Maintain general lab cleanliness and organization.
• Wear required PPE and follow safety procedures.
• Support laboratory team with basic tasks and documentation.

Skills

Dependability

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Follow directions

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Shift: Thursday through Monday 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM

Are you ready to work making the world a safer, healthier place? Join our mission to continuously move science forward; to innovate and advance all aspects of our business to improve the health and safety of our communities and lives.

Schedule: Thursday through Monday 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM

Compensation: $17.00 per hour

Make an Impact. Build a Career

At Pace®, everything we do is built upon an unwavering commitment to making the world a safer, healthier place. Since 1978, we have continued developing innovative practices that support sustainability and provide our partners with accurate quality data when it matters most.

We are looking for a dependable and motivated Lab Assistant to support the daily operations of our environmental testing laboratory. This is an entry-level position, and no previous laboratory experience is required. We will provide the training you need to be successful.

This role is primarily responsible for washing, drying, organizing, and returning laboratory glassware. It is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys hands‑on work, staying organized, and helping a team operate efficiently.

What You’ll Do

• Wash and clean laboratory glassware according to established procedures.


• Dry, organize, and return clean glassware to the correct laboratory locations.


• Pick up and transport glassware between designated laboratory areas.


• Keep the glassware washing and storage areas clean, safe, and organized.


• Properly dispose of broken glassware according to established health and safety procedures.


• Monitor and restock laboratory supplies and other commonly used materials.


• Help maintain the general cleanliness and organization of the laboratory.


• Follow established safety procedures and wear required personal protective equipment.


• Assist laboratory team members with other basic support activities as needed.


• Complete simple documentation or data entry related to assigned work.


• Work cooperatively with laboratory staff and contribute to a positive, respectful workplace.

What You’ll Bring

• High school diploma or equivalent.


• No previous laboratory experience required.


• Willingness and ability to learn established cleaning and safety procedures.


• Dependability and attention to detail.


• Good organizational and communication skills.


• Ability to follow written and verbal directions.


• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.


• Ability to perform repetitive, hands‑on tasks and remain standing for extended periods.


• Ability to work in a laboratory environment and wear required personal protective equipment, including a lab coat, safety glasses, and gloves.

Find Your Place at Pace - We need you - your curiosity, your talents, and your drive - to help us advance this important work.

Benefits

• competitive salaries


• medical


• dental vision


• 401K retirement savings plan (100% vested immediately in the employer match)


• life


• disability and voluntary benefits


• paid time off for holiday


• sick and vacation days


• HSA


• wellness program


• flexible spending accounts


• tuition reimbursement


• Employee Assistance program


• parantial leave


• optional legal coverage and ID theft

Equal Opportunity Employer

Pace® provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, creed, color, religion, genetics, protected veteran status, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.