Job Description
As a Laboratory Assistant at IDEXX, you will be a key contributor at one of the largest veterinary diagnostic companies in the world. You will join a fast-paced work environment that encourages teamwork and quality, and offers opportunities for personal growth. This is a full-time role with outstanding benefits.
IDEXX BioAnalytics ’ scientific expertise takes a novel approach to the discovery of new diagnostic tests that supplement a robust portfolio of products and services. We partner with Pharma, BioTech , and Academia (the scientific community) to improve animal and human health.
In This Role:
You will receive, prepare, and accession veterinary samples (blood, urine, feces, and/or biopsies) for laboratory analysis and testing.
You can expect to remove specimens from transport bags and enter specimen data into a computer tracking system.
You will rack and bundle prepared samples for delivery to each testing department.
You will assist other lab personnel with specimen storage and ensuring that Turn Around Times (TAT's) are met.
From day one, you'll have full autonomy in your work, but you'll also get full support when you need it.
You will play a critical role as part of a successful team that is proud of the work they do and motivated by the common purpose in helping veterinarians quickly diagnose illness and disease in pets and animals.
What You'll Need To Succeed:
You are able to work the schedule listed below.
You have a positive attitude and love to bring this energy into the lab every day to support your colleagues, whether working independently or as a team contributor.
Data entry skills highly preferred.
You are someone who thrives in a fast-paced, high-volume work environment.
You value working at the highest levels of accuracy, safety, and quality
You are able to read, understand and follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOP's), including safety and quality procedures.
You have a familiarity and comfort with using computers for data entry.
You are able to prioritize and multi-task, demonstrate excellent attention to detail on the job, and can work reliably and precisely
Your customer service skills are top-notch
Able to meet the physical requirements that go with working in a lab – standing and sitting for extended periods of time, phone & computer use, extended reach, lifting up to 50lb, and specific vision ability – close, color, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
This is a laboratory, so there is potential exposure to biohazards, agents known to cause zoonotic diseases, and hazardous chemicals.
What You Can Expect From Us:
Hourly rates targeting $20/hour+, depending on experience.
Opportunity for annual cash bonus
Health / Dental / Vision Benefits Day - One
5% matching 401k
On the job training and career advancement opportunities
Additional benefits including but not limited to financial support, pet insurance, mental health resources, volunteer paid days off, employee stock program, foundation donation matching, and much more!
Schedule:
The hours for this position are Tuesday through Saturday, 9:30 - 6pm.
The shifts and hours may vary slightly depending on business needs.
Reliable and dependable attendance is an essential function of the position.
Why IDEXX?
We’re proud of the work we do, because our work matters. An innovation leader in every industry we serve, we follow our Purpose and Guiding Principles to help pet owners worldwide keep their companion animals healthy and happy, to ensure safe drinking water for billions, and to help farmers protect livestock and poultry from disease. We have customers in over 175 countries and a global workforce of over 10,000 talented people.
So, what does that mean for you? We enrich the livelihoods of our employees with a positive and respectful work culture that embraces challenges and encourages learning and discovery. At IDEXX, you will be supported by competitive compensation, incentives, and benefits while enjoying purposeful work that drives improvement.
Let’s pursue what matters together.
IDEXX values a diverse workforce and workplace and strongly encourages women, people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents, and veterans to apply.
IDEXX is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will not be discriminated against because of race, color, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, religion, national origin, citizenship status, disability, ancestry, marital status, veteran status, medical condition, or any protected category prohibited by local, state, or federal laws.
This position will be based out of our North Grafton, MA location.
Does this sound like the opportunity for you? Apply today!
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