Lab Associate II: Growth, Impact & Hands-On Science

Quest Diagnostics Incorporated; Royal Oak (MI); On-site; USD 44,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) plan

Education assistance

Vacation and time off

Job summary

Quest Diagnostics Incorporated in Royal Oak, MI is seeking a Lab Associate II to support laboratory operations from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, Monday through Friday. This non-licensed role assists with sample preparation, labeling, data entry, and routine instrument readiness under supervision.

The position emphasizes accuracy, adherence to policies, and collaboration with licensed personnel. bachelor's degree in life sciences preferred, with 1 year lab exposure; strong MS Office skills and familiarity

Qualifications

• Proven ability to use Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Attention to detail and accuracy in data entry and record-keeping.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and organize samples for testing (racking, aliquoting, tube prep).
• Label, handle, process or transport specimens as required.
• Assist licensed personnel in pre-analytic and analytic activities where applicable.
• Prepare reagents and controls; document usage and lot information.
• Maintain inventory and stock of reagents and supplies.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Typing

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s Degree Biological Science or Chemistry

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

LIS

Job description

Quest Diagnostics Incorporated in Royal Oak, MI is seeking a Lab Associate II to support laboratory operations from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, Monday through Friday. This non-licensed role assists with sample preparation, labeling, data entry, and routine instrument readiness under supervision.

The position emphasizes accuracy, adherence to policies, and collaboration with licensed personnel. bachelor's degree in life sciences preferred, with 1 year lab exposure; strong MS Office skills and familiarity