Scientist I

Sonic Healthcare USA, Anatomic Pathology; United States; On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Sonic Reference Laboratory, Inc., part of Sonic Healthcare USA, is seeking a Scientist I to perform routine extractions and LC-MS/MS analyses in a fast-paced laboratory. You will help maintain instruments and support daily production with attention to safety and accuracy.

The role emphasizes independent planning, timely documentation, and adherence to SOPs in a controlled lab environment. Bachelor's degree required with 0–1 year of related experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a scientific field.
• 1 year of laboratory experience preferred.
• 0–1 years of extraction experience.
• 0–1 years of LC-MS/MS experience.

Responsibilities

• Prepare non-critical solutions (mobile phases and buffers).
• Perform automated and routine liquid-liquid extractions, supported liquid extractions or dilute and shoot extractions.
• Plan and conduct laboratory work independently.
• Document procedures promptly and clearly.
• Maintain and set up LC-MS/MS or HPLC instruments.
• Monitor assays on LC-MS/MS and HPLC instruments.
• Assist with filing paperwork and maintaining laboratory inventory.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Written and verbal instructions

Basic computer knowledge

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a scientific field

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. The Scientist I is responsible for performing routine extractions of patient samples and routine analysis of LC-MS/MS analytical techniques accurately and efficiently following SRL procedures.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Prepares non-critical solutions (mobiles phases and buffers)
• Performs automated and routine liquid-liquid extractions, supported liquid 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
• Learn to apply basic troubleshooting skills of instrumentation
• Performs Primary Responsible Person (PRP) duties relating to assigned assays to include preparation and counting of SSU, IS, MB, QC, and curve materials.
• 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 in a scientific field
• 1 year of laboratory experience preferred
• 0-1 years of extraction experience
• 0-1 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
• Must be able to work with frequent interruption and fluctuations in workload
• Ability to meet deadlines
• Ability to perform basic calculations as needed
• Ability to follow and implement policies and SOP

Physical Requirements

• This position requires some lifting, up to 50 lbs. Frequently carrying objects up to 10 lbs.
• This position also requires some pushing, pulling, stooping, kneeling, bending, and sitting for extended periods.
• Frequent repetitive hand and arm movement, eye-hand-foot coordination, manual dexterity, finger dexterity, balance, depth perception, hearing acuity, color vision, and near and far vision acuity are also required.

Work Conditions

• Indoor temperature controlled environment with occasional exposure to biological and chemical hazards.

Hazards

• Exposure to toxic/caustic/chemicals/detergents.
• Exposure to moving mechanical parts.
• Exposure to communicable diseases.
• Exposure to blood borne pathogens.
• Gaseous exposure risk.
• All safety equipment and personal protective equipment is provided.

All descriptions have been reviewed to ensure that only essential functions and basic duties have been included. Peripheral tasks, only incidentally related to each position, have been excluded. Requirements, skills, and abilities included have been determined to be the minimal standards required to successfully perform the positions. In no instance, however, should the duties, responsibilities, and requirements delineated be interpreted as all-inclusive. Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by supervisors as deemed appropriate. In accordance with the American with Disabilities Act, it is possible that requirements may be modified to reasonably accommodate disabled individuals. However, no accommodations will be made which may pose serious health or safety risks to the employee or others or which impose undue hardships on the organization. Job descriptions are not intended as and do not create employment contracts. The organization maintains its status as an at-will employer. Employees can be terminated for any reason not prohibited by law.

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40

Work Shift: Job Category: Laboratory Operations

Company: Sonic Reference Laboratory, Inc Sonic Healthcare USA is an equal opportunity employer that celebrates diversity and is committed to an inclusive workplace for all employees. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, age, national origin, disability, genetics, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

About Sonic Healthcare USA

Sonic Healthcare USA is a subsidiary of Sonic Healthcare Limited, one of the world's largest medical diagnostic companies, providing laboratory services to medical practitioners, hospitals and community health services, with operations in eight countries, on three continents and providing care to over 100 million patients each year. Sonic Healthcare USA is a leading provider of state-of-the-art laboratory services and pathology practices throughout the USA with eight operating divisions and nearly eight thousand US- based employees, 330 Pathologists and serving over 30 million patients per year. Sonic Healthcare USA operates under a federated business model that emphasizes medical leadership and community-based testing services to provide outstanding quality and service to the doctors and patients that they serve. For more information, visit the Sonic Healthcare website at www.sonichealthcareusa.com.