Kickstart your life sciences career with a top-tier global pharmaceutical leader. We are seeking a detail-oriented Laboratory Assistant to perform routine laboratory operations and ensure smooth daily workflows. This on-site role is perfect for a motivated individual looking to gain valuable hands-on experience in high-volume laboratory support and specimen processing.
location: Irving, Texas
job type: Contract
salary: $17 - 18 per hour
work hours: 9 to 5
education: High School
responsibilities:
- Receive, sort, centrifuge, and prepare biological specimens at workstations for testing.
- Perform specimen aliquoting, worklist generation, slide preparation, and check samples for clots or fibrin.
- Conduct routine instrument maintenance, monitor equipment data, and complete QA/QC tasks as assigned.
- Decontaminate work areas, handle biohazardous waste disposal, and execute weekly radioactive wipe tests.
- Maintain complete department records, manage gas cylinder changes, and resolve pending sample lists.
- Operate laboratory computer systems and PCs in strict compliance with safety regulations and PPE protocols.
qualifications:
Required:
- High School Diploma or equivalent.
- Ability to prioritize tasks and handle multiple duties efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong memory retention and attention to detail.
- Excellent interpersonal skills to interact professionally with internal and external teams.
- Proficiency using laboratory computer systems and standard PCs.
- Completion of Medical Assistant training or relevant vocational coursework.
- Previous academic coursework in mathematics and basic sciences.
skills: Sample Preparation
Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.
At Randstad, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact HRsupport@randstadusa.com.
Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility).
This posting is open for thirty (30) days.
