Research Associate - Biotech jobs in Spokane, WA

Company: VMRD, Inc., Pullman, WA

Job Title: Lab Assistant

Type: FT, Non-Exempt

Department: Testing Services

Job Summary:

This support position will aid the Testing Services Lab Technicians and Technologists in daily laboratory operations.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Follows all policies, protocols, and SOPs
• Cleaning of labs and biosafety cabinets
• Equipment verification and maintenance
• Restocking of lab supplies daily/weekly
• Ability to work in a hood, measure liquids and weigh ingredients, use a pipette, work with chemicals and maintain a sterile environment
• Generic reagent generation, as needed
• Maintain paperwork as per all related SOPs and Quality Manual
• Archive and management of electronic records
• When experienced and competent, position may:
  • Record incoming samples as needed
  • Labeling of flasks, plates and slides as needed for weekly assays
  • Assist in performance of some routine testing as assigned
  • Handling inoculated cultures, (virus, bacteria, fungal)
  • Assist in training of new personnel if needed
• Perform all other related duties as assigned

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Treats others with mutual respect and regard
• Completes work with accuracy, thoroughness, and attention to detail and exhibits constancy and reliability
• Excellent time management and prioritization skills
• Good verbal and information technology skills (MS Office)
• Ability to work in a time sensitive environment

Desired Qualifications and Experiences:

• Previous work experience in a lab environment

Education, Licenses and Certifications:

• High School Diploma or GED required
• College level course work in Biology, Chemistry and Mathematics preferred

Physical Requirements for the Job:

• Must be able to remain in a stationary position 40% of the time. (Standing and/or sitting)
• Frequently moves lab materials weighing up to 40lbs

Pay Range Data:

• We anticipate filling this position of Lab Assistant at an hourly rate between $18.00 and $22.00 per hour. We are open to reviewing additional candidates with more or less experience and the pay range may differ if filled at a different level. Our pay ranges are determined by job responsibility and regional benchmarks. We base our starting pay offer and title on job-related factors such as candidate experience, training, knowledge, and skills. The range listed is just one component of VMRD's total compensation package for employees. Other rewards may include bonuses.

Full Time Benefits

• Paid Vacation: Starting at 12 days accrued/year based on length of service
• Paid Holidays: 8 regular holidays
• Paid Sick Leave for illness or qualified event per WPSL
• Health insurance: Medical, Dental, Rx & Vision
• HealthiestYou Teladoc with access to free medical and mental health services
• Health Savings Account with employer contributions
• Paid Air Ambulance Membership
• 401k: A 50% match of employee contribution up to 3% of salary
• Paid Life Insurance Policy, AD&D and LTD
• SmartDollar Membership

About Us:

VMRD (Veterinary Medical Research and Development) researches, develops and manufactures veterinary diagnostic test kits and related reagents for distribution in nearly eighty countries. VMRD's services division performs specialized testing of raw materials, cells and seeds for the presence of adventitious agents according to regulatory guidelines for the global veterinary and pharmaceutical industries. VMRD delivers best in class products and services, making a positive impact on animal welfare through diagnostic laboratories, animal producers, veterinary vaccine manufacturers, government agencies, pharmaceutical companies and veterinarians globally.

VMRD's mission is to provide high quality products, services and support to our customers, and to provide a harmonious and rewarding work environment for our employees. As a family centric company, we appreciate work life balance and strive to follow the Golden Rule.

VMRD's corporate office overlooks the rolling farmlands of Pullman, Washington, a town renowned for having a national top one hundred public school system as well as two local universities (WSU and UI). Located about ninety minutes south of Spokane, our vibrant local communities are engaged, safe and offer a multitude of amenities and recreational activities. Come enjoy a quality life and the scenic landscapes of the Palouse.