Laboratory Sample Receiving Technician

RJ Lee Group; Monroeville (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

RJ Lee Group, a leading provider of analytical chemistry services, seeks a Laboratory Technician to support sample receiving and data entry into ChemLIMS/eLIMS.

You will verify custody, log samples, prepare for testing, resolve discrepancies with clients, and coordinate with lab staff in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in a laboratory, environmental testing, or sample receiving preferred; training provided for candidates without a science background.
• Familiarity with LIMS and data-entry platforms.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Attention to detail and ability to manage discrepancies.
• Ability to multitask and prioritize in a dynamic environment.

Responsibilities

• Receive, inspect, and verify incoming samples and ensure materials match chain of custody or internal submission forms.
• Enter sample information accurately into the laboratory information management systems (ChemLIMS/eLIMS) and confirm proper logging and labeling.
• Identify and resolve data discrepancies by contacting clients to obtain missing information or clarify issues.
• Assess sample viability for testing based on established laboratory criteria.
• Transport samples between RJLG facilities if needed and assist with invoicing and invoice review.
• Split samples, ship materials, and assist with basic wet-chemistry measurements (pH, temperature, turbidity) upon receipt.

Skills

Laboratory experience

LIMS familiarity

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Education

Two-year degree in a related science

Tools

ChemLIMS/eLIMS

Job description

RJ Lee Group, Inc. is currently seeking a Laboratory Technician to support the sample receiving functions of our Analytical Chemistry and X-ray Diffraction (XRD)- groups.

General Overview

The Technician will be responsible for sample receiving, logging and handling of samples per internal standard operating procedures based on TNI-NELAC and AIHA protocols using LIMS (laboratory information systems). The technician will interact with the lab supervisors, manager(s), analysts, and other sample coordinators in a fast-paced environment. Direct interaction with the customers might be required to resolve sample receipt inquiries and other related matters. The technician on occasions might need to transport samples between RJLG facilities, located closely.

Sample Receiving & Intake

• Unbox, inspect, and verify incoming samples to ensure all materials match the chain of custody or internal submission forms
• Accurately enter sample information into the laboratory information management systems (ChemLIMS/eLIMS)
• Confirm that each sample is correctly logged and labeled in the appropriate LIMS system
• Identify and resolve discrepancies by contacting clients promptly to obtain missing information or clarify issues
• Assess sample viability and suitability for testing based on established laboratory criteria

Additional Responsibilities may include:

• Splitting of samples and distributing them to the labs
• Shipment of samples and media
• Measuring basic wet chemistry parameters (i.e., pH, temperature, turbidity and so on), upon receipt of samples
• Invoicing and Invoice Review

Qualifications

• Experience in a laboratory, environmental testing, or sample receiving environment preferred. but not required; an educational background in a related science field (two-year degree+ preferred but not required) will be beneficial for fulfillment of the job responsibilities; appropriate training will be provided for candidates without a science background.
• Familiarity with LIMS systems, data-entry platforms
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
• Attention to detail and ability to manage discrepancies effectively
• Ability to multitask and prioritize in a dynamic environment

Core Competencies

• Accuracy & Data Integrity
• Problem Solving
• Organization & Time Management
• Professionalism
• Collaboration with Laboratory Staff