... researchers, pharmaceutical companies and health systems make confident decisions and improve ... Employees regularly scheduled to work less than 20 hours, Casual, Intern, and Temporary employees ...
... researchers, pharmaceutical companies and health systems make confident decisions and improve ... Employees regularly scheduled to work less than 20 hours, Casual, Intern, and Temporary employees ...
Laboratory Specimen Processor -Per Diem
Saint Paul, MN · On-site
$18/hr
... researchers, pharmaceutical companies and health systems make confident decisions and improve ... Current or prior Labcorp experience * 1 year or more of experience in a lab or specimen processing ...
Laboratory Specimen Processor -Per Diem
Saint Paul, MN · On-site
$18/hr
... researchers, pharmaceutical companies and health systems make confident decisions and improve ... Current or prior Labcorp experience * 1 year or more of experience in a lab or specimen processing ...
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| Aspect | Research Lab Intern | Research Assistant |
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| Required Credentials | Typically students or early-career individuals, often pursuing a degree in a related field | Usually students or recent graduates with some research experience or coursework |
| Work Environment | Academic or research institutions, laboratories, universities | Universities, research centers, sometimes industry labs |
| Employer & Industry Usage | Educational institutions, research projects, internships for skill development | Academic research projects, supporting senior researchers, data collection and analysis |
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$21 - $23/hr
Full-time
Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO
Posted 22 days ago
Labcorp rating
6.6
Based on 1,138 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz
97th of 120 rated laboratories
Job description
Labcorp is a global leader in laboratory services, providing the insights and answers that help healthcare providers, patients, researchers, pharmaceutical companies and health systems make confident decisions and improve outcomes. Through our unparalleled science, data, technology and laboratory network, we advance diagnostics, accelerate innovation and help address some of the world's most important health challenges. As we shape the future of healthcare, we are leveraging advanced technologies, intelligent digital solutions and data-driven innovation across our operations to enhance how work gets done and deliver greater value to customers and patients. With our global scale and deep expertise, you'll have the opportunity to do meaningful work, grow your career and make a real impact on people's health around the world. Together, we're improving health and improving lives.
Labcorp is seeking a Technologist Trainee join our team in St. Paul, MN.
Work Schedule: Tuesday - Saturday, 3:00PM to 11:30PM
New Grads Welcome - Full Training Provided
Key Responsibilities:
The following duties reflect key responsibilities. Other duties may be assigned.
- Retrieve specimens for testing; evaluate specimens and test orders; determine priority of work and batches to maintain acceptable turnaroundtime
- Recognize unacceptable and unusual specimen(s) and handle appropriately
- Adhere to assay Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) while performing extractions on patient samples, calibration samples, quality control samples, and proficiency samples
- Use Good Documentation Practices (GDP) in all documentation
- Maintain, calibrate and clean instrumentation / work area; perform scheduled/routine maintenance and critical function checks; recognize significant changes in instrument function; troubleshoot as indicated
- Maintain accurate records and documentation for all laboratory tests and equipment including, but not limited to, maintenance logs, temperature logs, disinfection logs and assay SOPs
- Evaluate, use and/or prepare laboratory reagents, standards and quality controls according to established department standard operating procedures and established timeframes
- Deliver accurate high quality patient care while maintaining efficiency
- Participate in the instruction and training of others on the Clinical Toxicology wet chemistry extraction bench area as business needs warrant; demonstrate and/or explain the testing process to others or observe the testing process as performed by others
Wet Chemistry Extraction Specific Responsibilities:
- Focus on training of and mastering of skillsets for functions associated with the Clinical Toxicology wet chemistry bench area including, but not limited to, Pre-Set Up, Manual Tube and Plate Extractions (liquid-liquid, solid phase, dilute-n-shoot), Semi-Automatic Extractions (Tecan, Hamilton, Tomtec), and Specialty Extractions (Oral Fluid)
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in a Chemical or Biological Science, Clinical Laboratory Science, or Medical Technology
Preferred Qualification:
- Current or prior Labcorp experience
- ASCP or AMT certification
Additional Job Standards:
- Proficient with computers; Familiarity with laboratory information systems
- Ability to work independently and within a team environment
- High level of attention to detail along with strong communication and organizational skills
- Able to pass a standardized color blindness test
- Flexibility to work overtime or other shifts depending on business needs
**Pay Range: $21.00 - $23.00 per hour plus shift differential
All job offers will bebased on a candidate's skills and prior relevant experience, applicabledegrees/certifications,as well as internal equity and market data.
Benefits: Employees regularly scheduled to work 20 or more hours per week are eligible for comprehensive benefits including: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, STD/LTD, 401(k), Paid Time Off (PTO) or Flexible Time Off (FTO), Tuition Reimbursement and Employee Stock Purchase Plan.Employees regularly scheduled to work less than 20 hours, Casual, Intern, and Temporary employees are only eligible to participate in the 401(k) Plan.Employees who are regularly scheduled toworka 7 on/7 off schedule are eligible to receive all the foregoing benefits except PTO or FTO. For more detailed information, please click here.
Labcorp is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer:
Labcorp strives for inclusion and belonging in the workforce and does not tolerate harassment or discrimination of any kind. We make employment decisions based on the needs of our business and the qualifications and merit of the individual. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), family or parental status, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, personal appearance, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other legally protected characteristic. Additionally, all qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with applicable law.
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Industry
Scientific research and development services
Company size
10,000+ Employees
Headquarters location
Burlington, NC, US
Year founded
1978