Laboratory Assistant

122 Altasciences Preclinical Columbia LLC; Beaver Township (PA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Retirement match

Paid Vacation

Paid Sick Leave

EAP & Telehealth

Telework when applicable

Job summary

Altasciences is seeking a Lab Assistant to support Laboratory Sciences by helping with daily processes and maintaining equipment and inventory in a GLP-regulated environment. You will assist Research Associates and Scientists and help ensure quality and compliance.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, with 6 months to 1 year of lab experience and basic computer skills. On-site work in Pennsylvania is expected, with opportunities for growth and training.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; undergraduate biology coursework preferred.
• 6 months to 1 year of experience in a research or laboratory setting.
• Ability to read SOPs, safety rules, manuals and study documents.
• Ability to write routine correspondence and speak before groups.

Responsibilities

• Maintains a safe, clean and orderly laboratory environment.
• Assists Research Associate and Scientist with daily tasks.
• Operates and maintains equipment.
• Ordering of warehouse supplies and data entry to laboratory inventory records.
• Documentation and labeling of laboratory reagents.
• Disposition of hazardous chemicals and data entry to safety records.
• Documentation and data review in compliance with GLP regulations.
• Assist staff with study-related procedures.

Skills

Laboratory experience

GLP training

Safety awareness

Basic computer skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Biology coursework preferred

Tools

Laboratory equipment

Job description

Your New Company! At Altasciences we all move in unison to assist and work in the discovery, development, and manufacturing of new drug therapies to get them faster to people who need them. No matter your role, we all play an important part and you will have a significant impact on the health and well-being of people across the globe. By living our values of Employee Development, Customer Focus, Quality and Excellence, Respect and Integrity, we look to foster a passionate and collaborative work environment and we are looking for talented and enthusiastic people, like you, to join our growing team! Whether you're a recent college graduate or seeking your next career opportunity, it's time to discover your future at Altasciences. We are better together and together We Are Altasciences.

About The Role

As a Lab Assistant you will support the Laboratory Sciences personnel in conducting daily processes, assists staff in the operation and maintenance of equipment, instrumentation, and overall care in the laboratory environment.

What You'll Do Here

• Maintains a safe, clean and orderly laboratory environment.
• Assists Research Associate and Scientist and their daily tasks.
• Operates and maintains equipment.
• Ordering of warehouse supplies and data entry to laboratory inventory records.
Ensures proper documentation and labeling of laboratory reagents.
• Disposition of hazardous chemical, generation of the hazardous chemical lab pack and data entry to the laboratory hazardous chemical records.
• Documentation and data review practices in compliance with GLP regulations.
• Assist staff with study-related procedures.

What You'll Need to Succeed

• High school diploma or GED required; undergraduate work in Biology or related sciences preferred.
• 6 months -1 year experience working in a research or laboratory setting Basic computer software skills required.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as SOPs, safety rules, software manuals, and study documents.
• Ability to write routine correspondence and speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of the organization.
• Basic math skills required.
• Continual GLP training.
• Ability to troubleshoot basic laboratory equipment.

Work Authorization & Sponsorship

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Altasciences is unable to provide sponsorship, sponsorship transfers, or visa maintenance for this position. All applicants must possess valid work authorization that does not require employer sponsorship now or in the future.

What We Offer

Altasciences offers a wide variety of benefits to help our employees live healthy and fulfilling lives both at and outside of work.

Altasciences’ Benefits Package Includes:

• Health/Dental/Vision Insurance Plans
• 401(k)/RRSP with Employer Match
• Paid Vacation and Holidays
• Paid Sick and Bereavement Leave
• Employee Assistance & Telehealth Programs
• Telework when applicable.

Altasciences’ Incentive Programs Include:

• Training & Development Programs
• Employee Referral Bonus Program #LI-ES1

MOVING IN UNISON TO DELIVER A BIG IMPACT WITH A PERSONAL TOUCH Altasciences is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion.

Our goal is to attract, develop and retain highly talented employees from diverse backgrounds, allowing us to benefit from a wide variety of experiences and perspectives. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or any other protected grounds under applicable legislation.

Reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities during the recruitment process are available upon request.

Join us at Altasciences!