One of our top clients in Higher Education is seeking a Lab Technician to join their team in Santa Monica, CA. In this role, you will play a crucial part in supporting clinical research trials by processing and managing biological samples.
We offer a benefits package, which includes enrollable medical, dental, and vision coverage, as well as flexible spending accounts, 401(k) Savings Plans, and employee assistance programs. This is a 6-month contract with potential for extensions.
Required Skills & Experience
- 1+ years of lab processing experience
- Experience reading lab manuals
- Experience using a centrifuge and piperidone
- Ability to work independently
- Strong lab processing terminology
Key Responsibilities:
- Operate within a laboratory environment, adhering to all safety and procedural protocols.
- Receive and handle clinical samples delivered to the lab, ensuring proper identification and documentation.
- Follow detailed instructions outlined in the lab manual to ensure accurate processing of samples.
- Maintain the integrity of samples by storing them at specified temperatures.
- Utilize a centrifuge for the separation and preparation of samples.
- Employ piperidine in various lab processing tasks.
- Efficiently process between 30 to 50 samples daily, maintaining high standards of accuracy and efficiency.