Laboratory Assistant

Randox are a world leader in diagnostics for clinical healthcare, toxicology, and food security. Our expertise and product portfolio have assisted laboratories across the world in improving health and saving lives. Our global success is a result of our pioneering products, the commitment and skill of our workforce, which continues to grow.We have multiple opportunities for full time Laboratory Assistants at our laboratory in Kearneysville, West Virginia. In this role you will be working with high volumes of inbound samples.Location: Randox Laboratories, 515 Industrial Blvd, Kearneysville, WV 25430, United States.Contract Offered: Full time (40 hours per week), permanent.Working Hours / Shifts: Monday to Friday 7.30am-4.00pm or 10.30am-7.00pm (some weekend work may be required in the future)What does this role involve?This role is responsible for assisting with routine clinical testing in our laboratory. The main duties of the role include:Routine use of the Laboratory Information Management System (LIMs).Receipt, sort and accession high volume of incoming samples in a timely and accurate mannerVerify sample information, labelling, and accompanying documentationPrepare samples for processing, aliquoting and routing to relevant teamsSpecimen Analysis, Storage and Disposal.Identify and resolve discrepancies or issues with samples, documentation or data entryMaintenance of Sample Inventory.Strict adherence to chain of custody procedures throughout the analytical process.Ownership of External Quality Control (EQA) Schemes for certain programsMaintenance of Stock Control in laboratory.Removal of expired products.Recording and monitoring of temperatures for laboratory equipment.Maintain clean and organized work spacesWho can apply?Essential criteria:High school diplomaStrong attention to detailAbility to work efficiently in a fast-paced, repetitive task environmentBasic computer skills, including data entry and familiarity with database systemsStrong organizational and time management skillsAbility to follow detailed procedures and maintain compliance with quality standardsGood communication skills and ability to work within a teamReliability and accountability in handling sensitive samples and informationDesirable:Prior experience in a laboratory, healthcare, or sample processing environmentFamiliarity with laboratory information management systems (LIMS) or accessioning workflowsUnderstanding of chain-of-custody and sample tracking processes