Lab Operations Associate I: Precision Medicine Support

Tempus Labs, Inc.; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

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Benefits package

Job summary

Tempus Labs, Inc. is seeking a Lab Operations Associate in Illinois to assist with sample movement, tracking, and daily lab workflows in a CLIA/CAP-compliant environment.

You will manage LIMS queues for multiple teams and help with sample collection and storage while ensuring safety and cleanliness in the lab. The role supports a fast-paced lab, with shifts including Sunday to Wednesday 1p-11:30 and Mon-Tue, Thurs-Fri 1p-11:30.

Qualifications

• High School degree or GED required.
• 0-2+ years clinical laboratory experience.
• Knowledge of CAP regulations.
• Experience with SOPs and lab protocols.
• Comfort with lab safety and training.
• Demonstrates problem solving skills in the laboratory.
• Good communication and organization skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist with sample movement and tracking throughout the laboratory.
• Manage working queues in our Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) for multiple lab teams.
• Assist with sample gathering and consolidation for project requests.
• Track and manage sample storage.
• Perform routine workflows without specific guidance.
• Work collaboratively with other members of the lab team to meet sample turnaround times.
• Maintain CLIA/CAP compliance through documentation assistance.
• Approach work with safety and diligence and follow safety requirements of the laboratory.
• Maintain lab cleanliness, i.e. cleaning floors, cleaning labware, disposing of biohazard.
• General lab maintenance and upkeep.

Skills

0-2+ years clinical laboratory

Knowledge of CAP regulations

Experience with SOPs and protocols

Lab safety training

Problem solving in the lab

Communication and organization

Education

High School degree or GED

Job description

Tempus Labs, Inc. is seeking a Lab Operations Associate in Illinois to assist with sample movement, tracking, and daily lab workflows in a CLIA/CAP-compliant environment.

You will manage LIMS queues for multiple teams and help with sample collection and storage while ensuring safety and cleanliness in the lab. The role supports a fast-paced lab, with shifts including Sunday to Wednesday 1p-11:30 and Mon-Tue, Thurs-Fri 1p-11:30.