Entrylevel Lab Assistant Jobs in Albany, NY (NOW HIRING)

At Eurofins PSS, we work with leading international companies across the pharma, medical device, food, cosmetic & consumer products industries - who all trust us with their mission-critical testing. For 20 years, our international network of teams have served clients at their sites, across 20 countries.

PSS® is part of Eurofins Scientific, an international life sciences company, providing a unique range of analytical testing services across multiple industries, through a network of over 950 laboratories in 60 countries, and c.a. 63,000 employees. Life at Eurofins is a meritocracy, where people are empowered to make decisions and are rewarded for their success, allowing them to advance quickly. Become your most extraordinary self with support and development throughout your career.

• Perform environmental monitoring of GMP manufacturing and process areas.
• Collect samples from high-purity water, clean steam, and compressed gas systems to support quality and compliance requirements.
• Conduct routine utility testing in accordance with established procedures.
• Use the Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) to track samples, test results, and laboratory activities.
• Maintain inventory of laboratory supplies, microbiological media, and reagents to ensure uninterrupted operations.
• Support the coordination of equipment maintenance, calibration, and laboratory readiness activities.
• Assist with the training and onboarding of team members by sharing knowledge and best practices.
• Perform basic microbial identification and data review, as assigned.
• Conduct acceptance testing of commercially prepared microbiological culture media, as applicable.
• Participate in an on-call, overtime, and weekend rotation to support business and operational needs.

What You'll Gain

• Hands-on experience with microbiological testing and environmental monitoring programs.
• Exposure to regulated laboratory and manufacturing environments.
• Opportunities to develop expertise in LIMS, utility monitoring, GMP compliance, and laboratory operations.
• Collaboration with experienced scientists and quality professionals in a team-oriented environment.

• Associates Degree in Life Sciences
• Relevant experience, preferably in the pharmaceutical or biotechnology industries
• Environmental Monitoring experience preferred
• Microbial identification procedure knowledge
• Knowledge cGMP is a plus
• Strong computer, scientific, and organizational skills
• Excellent communication (oral and written) and attention to detail
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, self-motivation, adaptability, and a positive attitude
• Ability to learn new techniques, perform multiple tasks simultaneously, keep accurate records, follow instructions, and comply with company policies
• Experience with LIMS preferred
• Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship

• Position is full-time, Sunday-Wednesday 12:30 PM - 11:00 PM.
• Pay range: $17.50 - $19.00 per hour based on experience level
• Excellent full-time benefits, including comprehensive medical coverage, dental, and vision options
• Life and disability insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid vacation and holidays

Eurofins USA PSS Insourcing Solutions is a Disabled and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity employer.