Part-Time Microbiology Lab Assistant - Water Quality

I-2-I Solutions, Inc.; Birmingham (AL); Presencial; USD 25.000 - 30.000; A tiempo parcial

Descripción de la vacante

I-2-I Solutions, Inc. in Birmingham, Alabama, an ISO 17025 accredited microbiology laboratory, is seeking a part-time Laboratory Assistant to support daily operations from sample receipt to reporting.

The role reports to the Lab Supervisor and includes on-the-job training. Responsibilities include receiving and logging samples, processing Legionella and HPC tests, water-chemistry work, media prep, quality-control recordkeeping, data entry, and kit assembly.

Formación

• Bachelor's degree in Biology, Microbiology, Chemistry, Environmental Science, or related field; or an associate's degree with 1+ years experience.
• Hands-on lab coursework (pipetting, aseptic technique, plating)
• Strong attention to detail and meticulous record keeping
• Comfortable with Excel and data entry
• Able to stand for long periods and lift up to 40 lbs
• Authorized to work in the United States

Responsabilidades

• Receive water samples, verify chain of custody forms, labels, and temperatures, and log samples
• Process samples for Legionella and HPC testing under supervision
• Read and record plate results at required time points
• Perform water chemistry tests such as pH, conductivity, and hardness
• Prepare culture media and reagents
• Maintain quality control records, including equipment checks and temperature logs
• Enter results accurately and verify data before reports are released
• Assemble and ship sampling kits to field teams
• Keep the lab, biosafety cabinet, and glassware clean and organized
• Assist with supply inventory and tracking
• Follow all laboratory safety and PPE procedures

Conocimientos

Attention to detail

Data entry

Team player

Excel

Laboratory safety

Pipetting

Educación

Bachelor's degree in Life Sciences

Associate's degree + 1+ years experience

Descripción del empleo

I-2-I Solutions, Inc. in Birmingham, Alabama, an ISO 17025 accredited microbiology laboratory, is seeking a part-time Laboratory Assistant to support daily operations from sample receipt to reporting.

The role reports to the Lab Supervisor and includes on-the-job training. Responsibilities include receiving and logging samples, processing Legionella and HPC tests, water-chemistry work, media prep, quality-control recordkeeping, data entry, and kit assembly.