Laboratory Assistant

Immunospot; Ohio; On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading biotechnology company in Ohio is seeking a Laboratory Assistant to support its Contract Research Laboratory. This role involves performing immunology testing, supporting quality improvement projects, and maintaining laboratory standards. Candidates should have a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field and experience in a laboratory setting.

Benefits

Competitive salaries

Comprehensive medical coverage

401(k) with company match

Generous paid time off

Opportunities for professional development

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree, Master of Science preferred.
• Experience in cell culture and sterile technique.
• At least one year’s experience in a GLP/GCP compliant lab.

Responsibilities

• Perform immunology testing using ELISPOT, ELISA.
• Support quality improvement projects and maintain lab equipment.
• Follow laboratory safety standards and SOPs.

Skills

Cell culture

Sterile technique

Immunology testing

Quality improvement support

General laboratory skills

Education

Bachelor of Science

Master of Science (Biology)

Tools

Pipettes

Analytical equipment

Automated instrumentation

Job description

Cellular Technology Limited (CTL), headquartered in Cleveland, Ohio, is a global biotechnology company with locations and distributors worldwide. We are the industry leader in the development, use, and manufacture of standardized immune monitoring tools used in clinical and research applications. We are committed to offering meaningful work, competitive salaries, a full range of benefits, including comprehensive medical coverage, 401(k) with company match, generous paid time off, paid holidays, life and disability insurance, dental and vision options, and the opportunity for professional development and career advancement. CTL is fully committed to Equal Employment Opportunity without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic data, or religion or other legally protected status.

Position Description:

We are a well-established market leader in the immune monitoring field, and we are seeking a talented individual to become an integral part of our Contract Research Laboratory Department. This is an opportunity to become a part of a science-oriented and dynamic environment with highly motivated colleagues. We are seeking a Laboratory Assistant to provide support to our Contract Research Laboratory.

As the Laboratory Assistant, you will be responsible for:

• Performing immunology testing of biological material (specimens) collected from both pre-clinical and clinical studies, using the following test methods: ELISPOT, ELISA, virus neutralization assay (NAb), etc.
• Supporting quality improvement projects in conjunction with the RA/QA department
• Supporting our quality system, communicating with fellow laboratory personnel, maintaining laboratory equipment assisting in writing reports, checking and verifying laboratory documentation, etc.
• Following general laboratory safety standards, internal standard operating procedures (SOPs), client protocols, and applicable international, federal and state regulations

Position Qualifications:

• Bachelor of Science degree and additional degrees in Biology (Master of Science, etc.) is a plus
• Experience in cell culture and sterile technique
• Experience in T cell immunology using ELISPOT, ELISA is preferred, but not required
• General laboratory skills, experience with pipettes, analytical equipment, and other automated instrumentation
• At least one year’s experience within a GLP/GCP compliant laboratory

CTL is fully committed to Equal Employment Opportunity without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic data, or religion or other legally protected status.