Scientific Assistant Laboratory Support
Job Location Type: In Person (100% Onsite)
Location: Logan, UT 84321
Job Type: 12-Month Contract
Shift Schedule: Monday Friday, 4-hour shifts; flexible scheduling, preferably late morning through early evening
About The Role
We are seeking a reliable and detail-oriented Scientific Assistant Lab to support daily operations within the Scientific Affairs laboratories in Logan, Utah. This role focuses on laboratory glassware cleaning, equipment maintenance, supply management, and maintaining a clean, organized, and safe laboratory environment. The ideal candidate is dependable, organized, and comfortable working with minimal supervision. You will collect, clean, dry, and organize laboratory glassware, maintain supply inventories, follow laboratory procedures, and assist with routine laboratory support activities. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with laboratory experience who enjoys hands‑on work and takes pride in accuracy, cleanliness, and attention to detail.
Candidates must be comfortable with physical laboratory tasks, including standing, bending, reaching, using stairs, and lifting supplies as required.
Key Responsibilities
- Collect dirty glassware from Scientific Affairs laboratories and transport it to designated cleaning areas.
- Clean laboratory glassware using automated dishwashers or manual cleaning methods according to established procedures.
- Operate laboratory glassware washers and dryers safely and efficiently.
- Dry, inspect, organize, and return clean glassware to designated storage areas.
- Maintain laboratory glassware inventories and ensure supplies are readily available for daily operations.
- Monitor laboratory supplies, identify replenishment needs, and order supplies as required.
- Receive, unpack, and log incoming laboratory supplies, including recording receipt dates and tracking inventory.
- Maintain clean, organized work areas and support general laboratory housekeeping.
- Assist with routine laboratory equipment cleaning and maintenance.
- Follow applicable departmental operating procedures (DOPs), laboratory protocols, personal protective equipment (PPE) requirements, and safety regulations.
- Complete daily temperature records and other routine laboratory documentation accurately.
- Assist with basic specimen preparation, workflow tracking, and related clerical duties as assigned.
- Communicate supply needs, equipment concerns, and workflow issues to the appropriate team members.
- Follow written and verbal instructions while completing assigned tasks efficiently with minimal supervision.
Required Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- Minimum of 3 years of laboratory experience, as specified in the role requirements.
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.
- Ability to operate or learn to operate laboratory glassware washers, dryers, and related equipment.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to cleanliness, organization, and accurate recordkeeping.
- Good verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to understand and follow written procedures, verbal instructions, and laboratory safety protocols.
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and collaborate effectively with laboratory personnel.
- Ability to pass a color vision test.
- Ability to perform physical tasks involving prolonged standing or walking, bending, stooping, reaching, manual handling, and repeated use of stairs.
- Ability to lift and handle items weighing up to 15 pounds routinely, with additional physical demands as described for the role.
- Availability to work onsite in Logan, Utah, Monday through Friday, for a flexible 4-hour shift.