Job Summary
Laboratory Analysts conduct testing in accordance with established procedures using Good Laboratory Practice (GLP), Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP), and under the supervision of the Study Director. Additionally, Laboratory Analysts record data concurrently, maintain traceability of samples throughout testing and notify the Study Director of any unforeseen circumstances that occur during testing.
Essential Job Functions
Scientific/General
* Perform testing, both GLP and non GLP; start to finish under 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
* Basic computer skills
Regulatory & Compliance
* Understand and follow applicable regulatory requirements (GMP, GLP, ISO, etc.)
* Understand and follow company policies and procedures
* Ensure all data is accurately and concurrently recorded
* Notify the Study Director of any unforeseen circumstances or events that occur during testing
Professional Development
* Complete training prior to performing procedures
* Complete required training in a timely mannerMaintain regular and reliable attendance, as required
Customer Service
* Adhere to the Nelson Labs Service Standard
* Meet or exceed sponsor expectations
Perform other duties as assigned.
Education and Experience Requirements
High School Diploma or equivalent required. Bachelor’s degree, or two years qualified lab experience preferred.
Job Requirements
Technical
* 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
Nelson Labs Values
* Willingness to work in a team environment
* High standards of honesty and integrity
* Willingness to identify and communicate process improvement ideas
Professional
* Organized and meets deadlines
* Willingness to learn and comprehend difficult tasks
* Effective verbal and written communication
* Strong work ethic and initiative
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
This job operates in a professional laboratory environment. This role 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. The possibility exists for 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.
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