Lab Tech II — LC-MS/MS & Method Development

Simple Laboratories; Harwood Heights (IL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) Matching

Paid Time Off

Health Insurance

Vision Insurance

Hospital Indemnity Insurance

Critical Illness Insurance

Job summary

Simple Laboratories is a Chicago-based growing clinical laboratory seeking a full-time Lab Technician II to join our Micro team at our Harwood Heights HQ. The role performs routine and analytical tasks in the Core lab to ensure data accuracy for clients daily while assisting with sample processing, data recording, and maintaining equipment.

Schedule: Monday through Friday | 11:00 AM to 7:30 PM with alternating weekends.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Biology, Chemistry or Medical Laboratory Science or meet local regulatory requirements.
• GC/MS and LC/MS experience required.
• Ability to work in a high-volume, fast-paced environment.
• Proficient with laboratory information systems.
• Flexibility to work overtime or other shifts as needed.

Responsibilities

• Perform complex testing on patient specimens using LC-MS/MS, GC-MS, and immunoassays
• Interpret, verify, and report test results in accordance with protocols
• Assist in method development, optimization, and validation of new tests
• Perform daily, weekly, and monthly maintenance on laboratory equipment
• Verify chain of custody documents, quality controls, and calibrations
• Provide technical assistance to ensure smooth workflow including aliquoting and sample prep
• Operate laboratory equipment and record data and logs
• Follow quality procedures and confidentiality requirements
• Consult with staff on routine testing issues and practices
• Adhere to SOPs and regulatory requirements
• Maintain a safe work environment and PPE
• Provide guidance to junior staff and contribute to training

Skills

GC/MS experience

LC/MS experience

Multitasking

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Biology, Chemistry, Medical Laboratory Science

Tools

GC-MS

LC-MS

LIMS

Job description

Simple Laboratories is a Chicago-based growing clinical laboratory seeking a full-time Lab Technician II to join our Micro team at our Harwood Heights HQ. The role performs routine and analytical tasks in the Core lab to ensure data accuracy for clients daily while assisting with sample processing, data recording, and maintaining equipment.

Schedule: Monday through Friday | 11:00 AM to 7:30 PM with alternating weekends.