Laboratory Assistant

Integrated Resources Inc.; Kalamazoo (MI); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Integrated Resources Inc. is seeking a Laboratory Assistant to support sample preparation and data handling in a high-throughput lab environment. The ideal candidate will possess an associate’s degree and experience with DNA extraction, demonstrating strong communication and teamwork skills in a dynamic setting.

Qualifications

• Proficient in pipette and centrifuge usage.
• 1-3 years of experience in LIMS.
• Familiarity with laboratory safety and handling procedures preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in sample handling, preparation, and archiving.
• Perform DNA extraction and data entry.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of laboratory procedures.

Skills

Pipette usage

Centrifuge usage

Sample handling

DNA extraction

Processing a variety of sample types

Communication skills

Time management

Team orientation

Education

Associates degree or equivalent experience

Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field

Tools

Microsoft Office applications

LIMS Applications

Job description

A Few Words About UsIntegrated Resources, Inc is a premier staffing firm recognized as one of the tri-states most well-respected professional specialty firms. IRI has built its reputation on excellent service and integrity since its inception in 1996. Our mission centers on delivering only the best quality talent, the first time and every time. We provide quality resources in four specialty areas: Information Technology (IT), Clinical Research, Rehabilitation Therapy and Nursing.

Job Description

• The laboratory assistant aids in sample handling, sample preparation, and sample archiving under the guidance of a laboratory technician or laboratory coordinator. would strongly prefer a candidate with an associate’s degree Responsibilities: The major duties will include but not limited to:

• Performs sample preparation activities including DNA extraction and data entry.

• Flexibility to function in several lab functional areas such as Sample Archiving, Pre-Amplification (DNA extraction and sample prep) and Post-Amplification (Sample processing and detection)

• Able to recognize lab work flow issues and adapt processes and procedures to ensure rapid turnaround of sample extractions and analysis.

• With guidance, assists with investigations into questionable or out-of-specification laboratory data.

• Assists in coaching or training less skilled or new laboratory personnel.

• Contributes ideas and participates in initiatives that will lead to continuous improvement of laboratory testing procedures (efficiency and/or quality)

• Able to work independently with a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail.

• Follows safety and operational SOPs as required.

• Assists with SOP revision and creation.

• Maintaining laboratory organization, inventories, and equipment. Maintaining clean shared work space. Ability to work as part of a diverse and dynamic team

Qualifications

• Associates degree, bachelor’s degree, or equivalent experience in a high-throughput laboratory preferred.

• Proficient in pipette usage, centrifuge usage, sample handling, DNA extraction, and processing a variety of sample types.

• Familiarity with laboratory, safety, and sample handling procedures preferred.

• Proficient with Microsoft Office applications and LIMS Applications.

• 1-3 years of experience in LIMS

• Strong communication skills, time management skills, team orientation, and work ethic.