Website Eurofins USA In Vitro Diagnostics Solutions
Eurofins USA In Vitro Diagnostics Solutions
Company : Eurofins USA In Vitro Diagnostics Solutions
Job Description
This is an Unpaid internship.
The R&D Assistant Laboratory Technician is responsible for providing support to the Research and Development (R&D) department by assisting with a variety of laboratory procedures of technical nature. These procedures include, but are not limited to, gathering, and preparing samples and substances for analysis; maintaining laboratory inventory; handling sensitive equipment to analyze samples or substances; collecting and analyzing data; and reporting findings to a Laboratory Technician or the Laboratory Manager. The R&D Assistant Lab Tech will work with potentially hazardous materials such as pathogens or chemicals and is well-trained to maintain safe laboratory conditions.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
Gather and prepare samples and substances for laboratory testing and analysis
Maintain laboratory inventory of samples, reagents, and other related laboratory supplies
Ensure that all safety guidelines are followed at all times and maintain a clean and orderly environment
Assist with maintenance and operation of sophisticated laboratory equipment
Assist with experiments using sound scientific methods to verify/reject various types of hypotheses
Under supervision, assist with running both manual and automated assays (ELISA, Western Blot, and others) to produce reliable and precise data
Clearly document work, including procedures, observations, and results
Effectively communicate results of experiments and/or assays to others
Perform weekly and monthly maintenance and cleaning of various laboratory equipment and lab spaces
Non-Essential Duties & Responsibilities
When time permits, provide assistance to Validation Specialists and aide in the kit assembly process