Laboratory Assistant

EMSL is seeking a Laboratory Assistantin Long Island City, NY. This is support position for the laboratory manager and the analysts. It will oversee preparing, shipping, receiving, distributing, and logging in of samples.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Prepare environmental samples prior to analysis for Asbestos Air Sample Prep and Microbiology sample prep and any areas of prep related to client work
Assist with cleaning and maintenance of lab equipment
Good lab practice
Receive environmental samples and enter Chain of Custody into LIMS system
Assist with billing
Accept shipping and handling items received by the laboratory from clients
Assist with high volume customer service client questions via in person, phone, and e-mail
Other laboratory and administrative duties such as filing, faxing, copying may be assigned by lab staff and manager as needed

Requirements:
High School degree/equivalent
Associates Degree in Life Science/ two years of college course work completed
One to two years of previous academic or commercial lab experience is a plus
Ability to work independently and with a team
Good communication, computer, typing, and organizational skills.
Proficient in MS Office especially EXCEL and typing
Excellent customer service skills customer service experience is a plus
Ability to work in a fast-paced setting, multi-task, and prioritize assignments

Available Shift:
Tuesday to Saturday 11:00 p.m. to 7:30 a.m.
Training Shift to start will be Monday to Friday 10:00 a.m. to 6:30 p.m.

For consideration, all candidates must apply through our company website: https://phf.tbe.taleo.net/phf02/ats/careers/v2/viewRequisition?org=EMSL&cws=40&rid=4213

EMSL offers full time benefits: medical, dental, 401(k), voluntary benefits, paid time off, holiday pay and a flexible spending account. Pay range for this position is from $19.00 to $22.00 per hour.

To find out more about EMSL Analytical, Inc. please visit our website at: www.emsl.com

EOE including Veterans and Disabled.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $19.00 - $22.68 per hour

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Overnight shift

Ability to Relocate:

• Long Island City, NY 11101: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person