We are looking for Laboratory Assistant I for our client in Athens, GA.
Job Title: Laboratory Assistant I
Job Location: Athens, GA
Job Type: Contract
Job Overview:
Pay Range: $23.20hr - $28.20hr
Requirement/Must Have:
- College coursework in biology or equivalent.
- Experience in insect or ectoparasite rearing and maintenance.
- Ability to perform activities using aseptic technique.
- Track record of reliable working attitude and meticulous laboratory work execution.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Strong interpersonal and intercultural skills allowing effective interaction within the team.
Responsibilities:
- Support daily laboratory operations and staff to meet discovery needs.
- Assist the laboratory team in insect rearing activities, daily lab maintenance, and contribute to internal drug screening activities.
- Support daily insect husbandry activities in an independent manner.
- Contribute to daily operations in support of parasitology research, including reagent preparation, cleaning, consumables stocking, and specific steps in assay execution.
- Maintain track of laboratory equipment, maintenance schedules, and supplies and place orders as needed.
- Ensure proper reception, storage, and disposal of laboratory materials.
- Initiate and complete tasks in an independent and efficient manner with minimal supervision.
- Perform all activities in compliance with safety protocols, legislative expectations of regulatory agencies, and internal standards of Good Scientific Practice.
- Learn basic operation of automation software and equipment for occasional independent operation.
Nice to Have:
- 2+ years of experience in a laboratory setting within a research company or academic institution.
- 1+ years of experience working in a vivarium or insectary maintaining insect or ectoparasite colonies.
- Experience rearing insects.
Skills:
- CLINICAL LABORATORY.
- Insect Husbandry.
- Aseptic Technique.
- Reagent Preparation.
- Automation Software.
Qualification And Education:
- College coursework in biology or equivalent.
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Benefits
Our Benefits Include:
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- 401(k) Retirement Plan
- Health Savings Account (HSA)
- Disability Insurance (Short-Term and Long-Term)
- Life and AD&D Insurance
- Paid Sick Leave (where required by applicable state or local law)
- Supplemental Insurance Plans
- Identity Theft Protection
- Pet Insurance
- Employee Wellness Programs
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Career Growth and Professional Development Opportunities
Disclaimer: Benefits eligibility, accrual rates, and usage limits may vary based on employment status, length of service, and work location. Paid Sick Leave is provided in strict accordance with applicable state and municipal mandates. Cynet Systems Inc. reserves the right to modify, amend, or terminate any benefit plans at any time in accordance with applicable laws.
About Cynet Systems
Founded in 2010 and headquartered in the Washington, DC metro area, Cynet Systems Inc. is a leading technology staffing and workforce solutions company serving Fortune 500 companies, government agencies, and enterprise organizations across the United States and Canada. We deliver agile, scalable talent solutions across IT, engineering, life sciences, clinical, and professional staffing, powered by a high-performing recruitment engine operating across North America and Asia.
As a nationally and locally certified Minority Business Enterprise (MBE), Cynet Systems is committed to helping organizations build high-performing teams while empowering professionals to grow rewarding careers. Our organization is certified to ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 27001, and SOC 2 Type II standards, reflecting our commitment to quality, security, operational excellence, and customer success.
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