Job Description

Job Title: Laboratory Assistant I

Location: Athens, GA

Type: Contract

Compensation: $23-$28/hr

Work Model: Onsite – onsite

Hours: 40.0

Overview

Leading pharmaceutical company looking for an entry level Laboratory Assistant I. Ideal candidates should have a an Associates or Bachelors degree with at least 2+ years of laboratory experience within a research company or academic institution. As well as at least 1+ years of experience maintaining insect or ectoparasite colonies in a vivarium or insectary.

Responsibilities

• Assist laboratory team in insect rearing activities, daily lab maintenance, and contribute to internal drug screening activities.

• Support daily insect husbandry activities, performing repetitive tasks independently once trained.

• Contribute to daily operations for parasitology research, including reagent preparation, cleaning, consumables stocking, and assay steps.

• Maintain laboratory equipment, schedules, and supplies, placing orders as needed.

• Ensure proper reception, storage, and disposal of laboratory materials.

• Initiate and complete tasks efficiently with minimal supervision.

• Operate automation software and equipment with minimal support over time.

• Perform activities in compliance with safety protocols, regulatory requirements, and Good Scientific Practice standards.

Requirements

• College coursework in biology or equivalent; advanced degrees such as MS or PhD are not considered for this role.

• Experience in insect or ectoparasite rearing and maintenance.

• Ability to perform activities using aseptic techniques.

• Reliable work attitude and meticulous laboratory work execution.

• Strong communication, interpersonal, and intercultural skills for effective team interaction.

• 2+ years of laboratory experience within a research company or academic institution.

• 1+ years of experience maintaining insect or ectoparasite colonies in a vivarium or insectary.

System One, and its subsidiaries including Joulé and Mountain Ltd., are leaders in delivering outsourced services and workforce solutions across North America. We help clients get work done more efficiently and economically, without compromising quality. System One not only serves as a valued partner for our clients, but we offer eligible employees health and welfare benefits coverage options including medical, dental, vision, spending accounts, life insurance, voluntary plans, as well as participation in a 401(k) plan.

System One is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, family care or medical leave status, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

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System One, and its subsidiaries including Joulé, ALTA IT Services, CM Access, TPGS, and MOUNTAIN, LTD., are leaders in delivering workforce solutions and integrated services across North America. We help clients get work done more efficiently and economically, without compromising quality. System One not only serves as a valued partner for our clients, but we offer eligible full-time employees health and welfare benefits coverage options including medical, dental, vision, spending accounts, life insurance, voluntary plans, as well as participation in a 401(k) plan.

System One is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, family care or medical leave status, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

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