Laboratory Assistant I

Are you a problem-solver? A collaborator? InBios is looking for people who value a sense of community, cooperation and camaraderie with a shared vision of delivering impactful solutions to those affected by infectious diseases. At InBios, your ideas are valued, your voice is heard, your accomplishments are celebrated.

ABOUT INBIOS

InBios International Inc. specializes in the design, development and manufacture of diagnostic assays for emerging infectious diseases and biothreats. Founded in 1996 in Seattle, WA, InBios is dedicated to delivering superior quality products that are accurate, easy to use and cost effective. We have a portfolio of more than 25 diagnostic products, as well as an extensive catalog of life science reagents. For more information, visit www.inbios.com.

Our primary location is in the South Lake Union neighborhood in a state-of-the-art biotech facility, and our secondary location is in the SODO neighborhood with newly remodeled lab and office space in an historic building next to Lumen Field. We also have a stand-alone storage and office facility that is a short walk from our primary location. InBios offers competitive wages and a rich benefit package that includes medical, dental and vision insurance, 401(k), and performance-based rewards. InBios is committed to work/life balance and provides paid vacation and sick time, including a weeklong, paid shutdown in December.

JOB DESCRIPTION

We are searching for multiple entry-level candidates to join our GMP buffer preparation team to support efforts in producing EUA-approved Covid-19 antigen tests and other InBios products. This position is ideal for someone who wants to start out working in a laboratory environment, learn industry standard good manufacturing practices (GMP), is ready to learn new skills and procedures. Complete on-the-job training is provided, and we are happy to work around class schedules.

Experience and knowledge needed to be successful in this position:

• Completion of college level general chemistry series
• Enjoys working with a team and individually
• Strong attention to detail
• Easily adaptable to changing priorities
• Ability to adhere to GMP (Good Manufacturing Practice) regulations
• Comfortable with Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.

Job duties include:

• Ability to follow standard operating procedures (SOPs) per GMP and modify/initiate SOPs for manufacturing processes.
• Operating, troubleshooting, and maintaining lab equipment and machinery.
• Cleaning and maintaining laboratory environment.

Work environment information

• Position responsibilities include work in a Biosafety Level 2 lab (BSL-2) and a humidity-controlled environment.
• This position requires an ability to lift up to 30lbs with assistance.

Wage/Benefits information

• The starting pay for this position is $18.69/per hour.
• The position pay range is $18.69 - $22.00/per hour. This is a nonexempt, part-time position (16 – 24 hours per week). Part-time employees are eligible to accrue pro-rated paid time off based upon the policy stated in the Employee Handbook.