Scientist I

Clinical Laboratories of Hawaii, LLP; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Sonic Reference Laboratory, Inc, part of Sonic Healthcare USA, is hiring for a 2nd shift Laboratory Operations role in Austin, TX. The position involves preparing solutions, performing LC-MS/MS and HPLC analyses, and maintaining lab instrumentation.

The role emphasizes accuracy, independent work, and timely documentation. The candidate should have a bachelor’s or master’s in a scientific field and at least 1 year of laboratory and LC-MS/MS experience.

Qualifications

• Understanding written and verbal instructions required.
• Strong communication with supervisor and colleagues essential.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy in documentation.

Responsibilities

• Prepare non-critical solutions and buffers.
• Perform automated and routine extractions and related lab procedures.
• Plan and conduct laboratory work independently.
• Document procedures clearly and promptly.
• Maintain LC-MS/MS and HPLC instruments and perform basic maintenance.
• Monitor assays on LC-MS/MS and HPLC equipment.
• Troubleshoot instrumentation as needed.
• Assist with filing, inventory, and daily production paperwork.

Skills

Written and verbal instructions

Communication with team

Attention to detail

Basic computer skills

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in a scientific field

1+ year laboratory experience

1+ year LC-MS/MS experience

Tools

LC-MS/MS

HPLC

Job description

Job Functions, Duties, Responsibilities and Position Qualifications

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Position Summary

SRL is the national reference laboratory for Sonic Healthcare USA. As part of this esoteric testing lab, our staff gain new experiences with a unique test menu within a culture of quality and innovation, where we focus on lean processes fueled by a belief in empowered continuous improvement. We pride ourselves on a work environment dedicated to mutual respect where trust and team spirit are an integral part of our daily routine.

LOCATION: Austin, TX 78728

SCHEDULE: 2nd SHIFT -11:00am - 7:00pm; Tuesday-Saturday

FULL TIME: Benefits Eligible

Duties & Responsibilities

• Prepares non-critical solutions (mobiles phases and buffers)


• Performes automated and routine liquid-liquid extractions, supported liquid extractions and SPE extractions or dilute and shoot extractions


• Works independently to plan and conduct laboratory work


• Documents promptly and clearly all procedural processes


• Perform basic maintenance and setup of LC-MS/MS or HPLC instruments


• Monitors assays on LC-MS/MS instruments of HPLC instruments


• Independently apply basic troubleshooting skills of instrumentation


• Help maintain lab by cleaning glassware, taking out biohazard bins, and maintenance of small equipment


• Assist with filing of paperwork associated with daily production runs


• Assist with maintaining laboratory inventory

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree and/or Master’s degree in a scientific field


• 1+ year of laboratory experience preferred


• 1+ years of extraction experience


• 1+ years of LC-MS/MS experience

Licensure and Certifications

• None required

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Ability to understand written and verbal instructions


• Ability to communicate effectively will colleagues, Supervisor and Manager


• Excellent attention to detail


• Basic computer knowledge


• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Work


• Must be able to work with frequent interruption and fluctuations in workload


• Ability to meet deadlines


• Ability to perform basic and intermediate calculations as needed


• Ability to follow and implement policies and SOP

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40

Work Shift: 2nd Shift (United States of America)

Job Category: Laboratory Operations

Company: Sonic Reference Laboratory, Inc

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