Idexx Laboratories, Inc. Westbrook , ME 04092
Posted 1 week ago
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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