Lab Operations Associate I

About the Role

Tempus' proprietary platform connects an entire ecosystem of real-world evidence to deliver real-time, actionable insights to physicians, providing critical information about the right treatments for the right patients, at the right time.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with sample movement and tracking throughout the laboratory
• Manage working queues in our Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) for multiple lab teams
• Assist with sample gathering and consolidation for project requests
• Track and manage sample storage
• Perform routine workflows without specific guidance
• Work collaboratively with other members of the lab team to meet sample turnaround times
• Work to maintain CLIA/CAP compliance through documentation assistance
• Approach work with safety and diligence and follow safety requirements of the laboratory
• Maintain lab cleanliness, i.e. cleaning floors, cleaning labware, disposing of biohazard
• General lab maintenance and upkeep

Requirements & Tech Stack

• High School degree or GED required

Qualifications

• 0-2+ years clinical laboratory experience
• Laboratory knowledge:
• Knowledge of CAP regulations
• Experience with laboratory SOPs and protocols
• Comfort with laboratory safety and training
• Demonstrates problem solving skills in the laboratory
• Good communication and organization skills

Candidates must be able to work the assigned shift. Shift assignment is based on technical level, experience, and current business needs.

Current Available Shifts

• Lab Operations Associate: Sunday to Wednesday, 1p-11:30
• Asset Archivist: Monday-Tuesday, Thursday-Friday, 1p-11:30

Illinois Pay: $20.25/hour. The expected salary range may vary for other locations. Actual salary may vary based on qualifications and experience.