Research Associate I

This position will support histology laboratory operations including organization and maintenance of documents, inventory, and machinery.

Pay Range: $22 - $25 / hour.

All job offers will be based on a candidate’s skills and prior relevant experience, applicable degrees/certifications, as well as internal equity and market data. Benefits include health and dental coverage, short- and long-term disability, paid time off, paid parental leave, 401K, and more!

Corporate

• Follow SOPs and other applicable laboratory or company procedures
• Maintain confidential information consistent with Inotiv corporate policy
• Demonstrate Inotiv Core Values

General

• Interact with clients, other employees, and the community in a professional manner
• Support and participate in company initiatives

Specific

• Document all study and laboratory activities as required for compliance
• Perform preventative maintenance, monitoring, and calibration of laboratory equipment as assigned, troubleshooting issues as needed
• Operate and maintain slide stainer and cover-slipper
• Operate and maintain tissue processors
• Operate and maintain cassette printer
• Operate and maintain slide printers
• Operate and maintain chemical recycler
• Pre-label tissue cassettes and slides
• Assist in preparing forms / equipment logs
• Receive incoming histology materials and purchased products as needed
• Unpack and examine histology samples/materials received, verify against packing slips, complete inventories/logs as necessary and place in established locations
• Label Histology supplies and maintain inventories
• Package study materials and label boxes as required
• Maintain stock reagents, chemicals and materials as needed
• Assist in managing hazardous waste and central accumulation area
• Perform general housekeeping related tasks as assigned
• Follow all company safety requirements
• Perform other duties as assigned

Education and experience

• High School Diploma or GED, lab experience preferred
• Experience using Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Required experience must also reflect the Skills and Responsibilities outlined below

Skills and abilities

• Attention to detail with strong organizational and communication skills
• Ability to multitask, be detailed orientated and work efficiently in a fast-paced environment with the minimal supervision
• General Microsoft office skills and the ability to learn new laboratory software
• Ability to establish and maintain positive relationships with team members, pathologists and other Inotiv staff members
• Maintain quality standards while adhering to deadlines
• Ability and desire to learn new methods or workflows

*This position could be offered at different levels for candidates who qualify with a combination of advanced levels of education and/or years of experience. The salary range will adjust along with the level of the role to match the person’s relevant experience and/or education level. This is a non-exempt role paying $22-25/hour.

Inotiv is a growing contemporary drug discovery and development company where we “Play to Win” in an industry rich with opportunity.  Together, we face challenges and together we win in the delivery of world-class drug discovery and development solutions that impact the health and well-being of people all over the world.  There’s an opportunity for everyone at all phases of a career, each individual’s unique skill set has an impact on the work we conduct. If you have the talent and desire to impact the quality of people’s lives, we have the career opportunities to make it happen.  Join us in embracing research and science to impact the health and well-being of people all over the world.

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Salary will be commensurate with experience and responsibilities. Benefits include health and dental coverage, short- and long-term disability, paid time off, paid parental leave, 401K, and more!

Inotiv is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is our policy to provide a fair and equal employment opportunity to all persons, regardless of age, race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by law. This policy governs all aspects of employment, including selection, job assignment, compensation, discipline, termination and access to benefits and training.

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