Laboratory Assistant I

We are looking for Laboratory Assistant I for our client in Athens, GA.

Job Title: Laboratory Assistant I

Job Location: Athens, GA

Job Type: Contract

Job Overview:

Pay Range: $23.20hr - $28.20hr

Requirement/Must Have:

• College coursework in biology or equivalent.
• Experience in insect or ectoparasite rearing and maintenance.
• Ability to perform activities using aseptic technique.
• Track record of reliable working attitude and meticulous laboratory work execution.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal and intercultural skills allowing effective interaction within the team.

Responsibilities:

• Support daily laboratory operations and staff to meet discovery needs.
• Assist the laboratory team in insect rearing activities, daily lab maintenance, and contribute to internal drug screening activities.
• Support daily insect husbandry activities in an independent manner.
• Contribute to daily operations in support of parasitology research, including reagent preparation, cleaning, consumables stocking, and specific steps in assay execution.
• Maintain track of laboratory equipment, maintenance schedules, and supplies and place orders as needed.
• Ensure proper reception, storage, and disposal of laboratory materials.
• Initiate and complete tasks in an independent and efficient manner with minimal supervision.
• Perform all activities in compliance with safety protocols, legislative expectations of regulatory agencies, and internal standards of Good Scientific Practice.
• Learn basic operation of automation software and equipment for occasional independent operation.

Nice to Have:

• 2+ years of experience in a laboratory setting within a research company or academic institution.
• 1+ years of experience working in a vivarium or insectary maintaining insect or ectoparasite colonies.
• Experience rearing insects.

Skills:

• CLINICAL LABORATORY.
• Insect Husbandry.
• Aseptic Technique.
• Reagent Preparation.
• Automation Software.

Qualification And Education:

• College coursework in biology or equivalent.

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• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Disability Insurance (Short-Term and Long-Term)
• Life and AD&D Insurance
• Paid Sick Leave (where required by applicable state or local law)
• Supplemental Insurance Plans
• Identity Theft Protection
• Pet Insurance
• Employee Wellness Programs
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Career Growth and Professional Development Opportunities