Laboratory Assistant

Smithers - Environmental Risk Sciences; Wareham (MA); On-site; USD 20,457 - 29,136; Full time

Job summary

Smithers - Environmental Risk Sciences is seeking a Laboratory Assistant to provide foundational support to the Ecotoxicology, Chemistry, and Fate & Metabolism teams. Responsibilities include routine laboratory maintenance, assisting with animal care, and following GLP protocols.

The ideal candidate will be attentive to detail, able to follow instructions, and willing to work with live organisms. Pay rate is $18.00 per hour, with no degree required.

Qualifications

• Ability to follow detailed oral and written instructions.
• Attention to detail and reliable task follow-through required.
• Ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 30 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Assist with routine laboratory maintenance tasks including cage/tank cleaning.
• Support daily animal/organism care activities under direct supervision.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of laboratory areas.

Skills

Attention to detail

Basic computer literacy

Ability to follow instructions

Willingness to work with live organisms

Job description

Overview

Job Summary Provides foundational support to the Ecotoxicology, Chemistry and Fate & Metabolism teams. Performs assigned routine laboratory tasks under close supervision, maintaining the physical organization and hygiene of study areas. No degree required.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with routine laboratory maintenance tasks including cage/tank cleaning, equipment washing, and workspace preparation
• Support daily animal/organism care activities under direct supervision (feeding, watering, observation logging)
• Prepare and label materials, supplies, and consumables for active studies
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of laboratory areas in accordance with SOPs
• Assist senior staff with sample collection, preparation, and basic data entry
• Follow all health and safety protocols and GLP documentation practices as directed
• Report equipment malfunctions or unusual observations to supervising scientist

GLP Accountability

Works under close supervision of GLP-trained staff; is not assigned Study Director or Principal Investigator responsibilities. Must follow SOPs and document all assigned activities accurately per GLP record-keeping requirements.

Qualifications

• Ability to follow detailed oral and written instructions
• Attention to detail and reliable task follow-through
• Ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 30 lbs
• Willingness to work with live organisms (fish, invertebrates, plants, soil fauna)
• Basic computer literacy (data entry)

Pay rate: $18.00 per hour.