Lab Generalist (R&D) bei Ethos Laboratories

Description

The Lab Generalist supports multiple lab departments by training and becoming competent in multiple roles in a high-throughput production laboratory environment where work is assessed based on speed, accuracy, quantity, and overall quality. The Lab Generalist will coordinate with department leaders and teams to identify where support is needed or to prioritize current or upcoming projects. This position requires flexibility, collaboration, and a high level of attention to detail, where accuracy and precision are essential to ensure the highest quality standards are maintained. 

 Essential Functions   

• Train and become competent in the following lab roles (see individual job descriptions):
  • Lab Assistant (Accessioning)
  • Extraction Specialist (Initial Testing)
  • EIA Technician (Initial Testing)
  • ELISA Technician (Serology)
  • LCMS Specialist (Instrumentation)
• Demonstrate understanding of and adherence to company policies and regulatory requirements, including        CAP/CLIA/NYS standards, HIPAA, quality policies, dress code, and lab safety 
• Demonstrate understanding of and adherence to standard operating procedures (SOPs)
• Exemplify teamwork and collaboration within and across departments
• Encourage positive communication and interactions
• Identify and propose opportunities for process improvement
• Use thorough job knowledge and expertise to troubleshoot issues or solve problems independently
• Support multiple lab departments, as needed
• Complete general lab tasks, as needed
• Participate in or lead projects and new initiatives, as needed
• Other duties as assigned 

Requirements

 PROFESSIONAL REQUIREMENTS 

• Regular and prompt attendance 
• Ability to perform work following established SOPs and ensuring the highest quality standards are maintained 
• Must be able to meet established production benchmarks in terms of quality, volume, timeliness, and adherence to established policies 
• Requires ability to effectively troubleshoot process and instrument issues using critical, strategic, and analytical thinking 
• Ability to listen, learn, and promote accountability and responsibility related to all lab processes 
• Proficient in use of single-channel and multi-channel pipettes 
• Proficient in ability to operate laboratory instrumentation and computers with scientific software 
• Must be able and willing to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) when required
• Proficient with Microsoft Office applications 

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCES

• Bachelor of Science in Chemistry, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Toxicology, Biochemistry, Biology, Forensic Science, or a similar analytical science Field 
• Minimum of 1 year experience in a laboratory environment 
• Preference for candidates with lab instrument and equipment experience
• Preference for candidates with familiarity with pipetting, extractions, and use of 96-well plates 
• Preference for candidates with experience working with bodily fluids, such as urine and oral fluid 

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
 

• Ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing 
• Skill in data entry with minimal errors 
• Ability to analyze, organize, and prioritize work while meeting multiple deadlines 
• Ability to function in a team environment and promote collaboration 
• Must be able to work under limited supervision where the work assignments are subject to established procedures, techniques,  and well-defined policies 
• Skill with completing assignments accurately, and with attention to detail 

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
 

• Work will be performed in a laboratory environment and exposes the incumbent to normal laboratory hazards and chemicals, including biohazard materials 
• Work in varying degrees of temperature (heated or air conditioned) 
• Some tasks may require sitting/standing for up to 4 hours continuously 
• Position requires sitting, walking, reaching, bending, stooping, and handling objects with hands and/or fingers, talking and/or hearing, and seeing 
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.