What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lab Associate position at Boston Lab Services?
Role:
A laboratory associate is responsible for supporting scientists in the maintenance and continuous operations of the lab while ensuring that safety guidelines and regulations are adhered to at all times. (i.e., shipping/receiving, glassware washing, biowaste, ordering/stocking of lab consumables), lab equipment installation and organization of the laboratory.
Key Responsibilities:
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Support and tracking of waste management (i.e., Collection of biowaste, chemical waste and sharps containers).
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Daily management of LN2/CO2 gasses (i.e., tracking gas levels).
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Replacing and ordering new gas tanks/cylinders as needed.
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Tracking, shipping, and receiving of mail and packages.
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Glass wash/autoclaving of glassware (i.e., bottles, beakers, graduated cylinders etc.)
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Coordinate and host service technicians and ensure the work is being done according to schedule.
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Assist with inventory management for Lab Operations (i.e., equipment inventory, chemical inventory).
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Support lab equipment monitoring and respond to equipment failure alerts.
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Participate in the installation of scientific equipment.
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Support good safety practices and ensure alignment of lab/facilities operations with EHS.
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Monthly testing of critical emergency equipment such as eyewash/shower.
Experience:
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AS/BS in relevant fields and 1 years of job experience in the fast-paced biotech industry.
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Basic understanding of equipment and eagerness to learn.
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Experience in customer service. Excellent conflict resolution skills.
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Excellent knowledge of computers and experience using Microsoft Suite required.
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Excellent communication skills and the ability to interact with all levels of staff and with external contacts in a fast paced and demanding environment.
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Exceptional organizational, time management and critical thinking skills.
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Excellent multi-tasking and creative problem-solving skills.
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Must possess a high level of initiative and the ability to work with moderate supervision.
Salary Range:
- $28-$34 per hour
Salary : $28 - $34