Lab Assistant — Hands-On Research Support + Care Package

Atrium Staffing; Montville Township (NJ); On-site; USD 26,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Atrium Care Package

Job summary

Atrium Staffing is seeking a Lab Assistant in New Jersey to support ongoing research by preparing samples, performing standardized testing, and documenting results using established procedures.

This role is ideal for an early-career science graduate who enjoys hands-on lab work and meticulous record-keeping, with responsibilities including equipment maintenance, safety compliance, and collaboration with senior team members.

Qualifications

• Follow written procedures, technical instructions, and safety documentation.
• Strong attention to detail and accurate record-keeping.
• Effective communication and organizational skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Ability to work independently and in a collaborative team.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and organize laboratory samples according to established procedures and research requirements.
• Conduct standardized testing on experimental materials and record observations accurately.
• Document results and testing outcomes using internal data recording practices.
• Execute assigned laboratory tasks independently while adhering to defined procedures.
• Maintain laboratory equipment, supplies, and testing materials in proper working order.
• Follow all laboratory safety guidelines and review technical documentation when performing tasks.
• Help maintain a clean, organized laboratory environment that supports safe and efficient operations.

Skills

Attention to detail

Procedural compliance

Documentation

MS Office

Communication

Education

Associate or Bachelor degree in Chemistry/Biology/Environmental Science

Job description

Atrium Staffing is seeking a Lab Assistant in New Jersey to support ongoing research by preparing samples, performing standardized testing, and documenting results using established procedures.

This role is ideal for an early-career science graduate who enjoys hands-on lab work and meticulous record-keeping, with responsibilities including equipment maintenance, safety compliance, and collaboration with senior team members.