Lab Analyst I, Routine Chemistry

About the Role

This role performs testing in accordance with established procedures using Good Laboratory Practice (GLP) and Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP), under the supervision of the Study Director.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform testing, both GLP and non-GLP, from start to finish under the supervision of the Study Director.
• Order supplies and media.
• Ensure testing is conducted according to approved procedures (SOP, CSS, STP, etc.).
• Participate in the collaboration of quality events (unexpected results, deviations, etc.).
• Assist with and review controlled documents.
• Record data concurrently and maintain traceability of samples throughout testing.
• Notify the Study Director of any unforeseen circumstances that occur during testing.
• Understand and follow applicable regulatory requirements (GMP, GLP, ISO, etc.).
• Understand and follow company policies and procedures.
• Complete training prior to performing procedures and in a timely manner.
• Maintain regular and reliable attendance, as required.
• Adhere to the Nelson Labs Service Standard.
• Meet or exceed sponsor expectations.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Repetition of tasks with quality and attention to detail.
• Ability to follow written procedures.
• Good documentation practice (GDP).
• Critical thinking, problem solving, computer and math skills.
• Willingness to work in a team environment.
• High standards of honesty and integrity.
• Willingness to identify and communicate process improvement ideas.
• Organized and meets deadlines.
• Willingness to learn and comprehend difficult tasks.
• Effective verbal and written communication.
• Strong work ethic and initiative.
• Basic computer skills.

Physical Requirements

• Required to sit 15% of the day, stand and traverse 75% of the day to various office and lab locations, and 10% of the day working at a computer.
• Bending, stooping, crouching, crawling, and climbing.
• Ability to have full body movement required.
• Occasional push and pull tasks with one or both hands.
• Must be able to work while wearing personal protective equipment such as safety glasses, goggles, face shields, gloves, lab coats, and personal protective equipment deemed necessary to protect testing and to protect employees from various solutions, wastes, etc.
• Must be able to lift and/or move up to 45 pounds.

Work Environment

• Operates in a professional laboratory environment.
• Routinely uses standard office equipment and lab equipment including, but not limited to, computers, keyboards, computer mouse, telephones, photocopiers, file cabinets, microscopes, micropipettes, pipette aids and various hand tools.
• Possibility of exposure to biological and chemical hazards, exposure to carcinogenic compounds and other environmental aspects which may be considered unfavorable.
• Employees are expected to follow Biosafety and Chemical Hygiene policies, practices and procedures.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Bachelor’s degree, or two years qualified lab experience preferred.