Job Summary
The Assistant Scientist plays a vital role in facilitating daily laboratory functions by overseeing supplies, preparing necessary reagents, and ensuring equipment is properly maintained. This position also includes responsibilities such as sample management, conducting facility assessments, and supporting seasoned scientists with a range of laboratory activities.
Responsibilities
- Manage laboratory supplies to ensure availability for daily operations.
- Prepare reagents and ensure they meet specified quality standards.
- Maintain and troubleshoot laboratory equipment as needed.
- Perform sample custodian duties to uphold proper handling and storage.
- Conduct routine inspections of the facility to ensure compliance with safety and operational standards.
- Assist experienced scientists in various laboratory tasks and experiments.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in a physical, biological, or chemistry-related field.
- Completion of relevant coursework in laboratory sciences.
- 1-3 years of pertinent work experience is preferred.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
Alturas Analytics, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
