Discovery Lab Associate

The LCMS group within the R&D Discovery and Technology Futures group is looking for an energetic Laboratory Associate to be a part of the LCMS Support team that drives biomarker discovery and characterization research utilizing mass spectrometers. This role will be critical to supporting ongoing analyses on these instruments. The successful candidate will join a team of experienced scientists at the BS, MS and PhD levels to support biomarker discovery and characterization projects. We are looking for a highly motivated individual who Is reliable and willing to learn new skills

What you can expect:

• Perform wet laboratory work and analyses to process specimens, manage sample inventory, manage assay results, and assists in assay research

• Document experiments and other lab activities, prepare reports and summaries, present results and conclusions

• Order and manage necessary lab inventory including reagents, consumables, and other supplies

• Interface with other LCMS teams

• Maintain and communicate schedules and changes in schedules

• Responsible for general lab maintenance and overall cleanliness of lab and lab equipment

• Support and maintain various processes, systems and databases

• Perform recordkeeping, data collection and analyses

What you need to succeed:

• High School degree or equivalent combination of education and experience required, Associates degree or equivalent preferred

• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, standard operating procedures (SOPs), material safety data sheets (MSDSs), operating and maintenance instructions, instrument and software manuals, government rules and technical procedures

• Detail-oriented and ability to adapt quickly to changing priorities

• Excellent communication and organizational skills

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment

• Ability to take initiative and be accountable

• Ability to prioritize and multi-task

• Strong initiative and follow through

• Willingness to learn new skills

• Must be reliable - attendance is an essential function of the position

• Must demonstrate a high level of customer service

• Good computer skills: Microsoft Office 365

What you can expect from us:

• Salary is $20/hr

• Opportunity for annual cash bonus

• Health / Dental / Vision Benefits Day-One

• 5% matching 401k

• Additional benefits including but not limited to financial support, pet insurance, mental health resources, volunteer paid days off, employee stock program, foundation donation matching, and much more

If you're looking for a role that'll challenge you, offer a variety of work and learning, while helping an amazing industry, we'd love to hear from you!

Why IDEXX:

We're proud of the work we do because our work matters. An innovation leader in every industry we serve, we follow our Purpose and Guiding Principles to help pet owners worldwide keep their companion animals healthy and happy, to ensure safe drinking water for billions, and to help farmers protect livestock and poultry from disease. We have customers in over 175 countries and a global workforce of over 10,000 talented people.

So, what does that mean for you? We enrich the livelihoods of our employees with a positive and respectful work culture that embraces challenges and encourages learning and discovery. At IDEXX, you will be supported by competitive compensation, incentives, and benefits while enjoying purposeful work that drives improvement.

Let's pursue what matters together.

IDEXX values a diverse workforce and workplace and strongly encourages women, people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents, and veterans to apply.

IDEXX is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will not be discriminated against because of race, color, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, religion, national origin, citizenship status, disability, ancestry, marital status, veteran status, medical condition, or any protected category prohibited by local, state, or federal laws.

While we appreciate our staffing partners, we are unable to accept unsolicited agency resumes.

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