Laboratory Assistant (PRN Weekends)

ICON Strategic Solutions; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare intelligence is looking for a Laboratory Assistant to join their team. In this entry-level role, you will handle biological lab specimens and prepare samples for clinical laboratory delivery. Your responsibilities will include searching and retrieving documents, performing data entry, and assisting pathologists with technical tasks. If you have a keen eye for detail, excellent communication skills, and a passion for contributing to clinical research, this is a fantastic opportunity to start your career in a supportive and inclusive environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred with 1 year of related experience in a Clinical Laboratory.
• Basic working knowledge of computers and strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Searching and retrieving documents and samples for laboratory testing.
• Performing data entry and assisting pathologists with clerical work.

Skills

Written Communication

Verbal Communication

Time Management

Attention to Detail

Troubleshooting

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

ICON plc is a world-leading healthcare intelligence and clinical research organization. We’re proud to foster an inclusive environment driving innovation and excellence, and we welcome you to join us on our mission to shape the future of clinical development.

We are seeking candidates experienced in handling biological lab specimens and prepping samples for delivery to a clinical laboratory; learn how you can play a key role as Laboratory Assistant for ICON Laboratory Services which is dedicated exclusively to central laboratory testing and the associate services for clinical trials.

What you will be doing

• Searching and retrieving documents and samples.
• Performing data entry/Monitoring e-mails and various correspondences.
• Checking that slides/blocks are properly barcoded and labeled.
• Assisting the pathologists with the technical/clerical work.

Your profile

• You will possess a bachelor’s degree (preferred) along with 1 year of related experience in a Clinical Laboratory.
• You will have basic working knowledge of computers and Microsoft Office along with excellent written/verbal communication skills, the ability to handle large workload demands and trouble shoot issues timely when required.
• Exhibit appropriate time management skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to keep accurate, legible records and recognize the need to handle these records and all other information in line with GCP/GLP/GDP.

At ICON, inclusion & belonging are fundamental to our culture and values. We’re dedicated to providing an inclusive and accessible environment for all candidates. ICON is committed to providing a workplace free of discrimination and harassment. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

Seniority level

Entry level

Employment type

Part-time

Job function

Research

Industries

Pharmaceutical Manufacturing and Hospitals and Health Care