Lab Operations Assistant 1

PsychoGenics is a preclinical CRO with expertise in central nervous system (CNS) and orphan disorders.  Our mission is to provide the best validated disease models and comprehensive preclinical capabilities to help companies discover the next generation of treatments for severely disabling CNS and orphan disorders and reduce the attrition rate in clinical development.  We are known for our cutting-edge translational approach to research, our customized solutions, the breadth, and quality of our work, as well as for our ability to identify statistically relevant phenotypic changes that help our clients quantify the efficacy of their treatments before they move into the clinic.  With an extensive portfolio of highly predictive disease models and unparalleled experience performing studies for biopharmaceutical companies of all sizes, we enable clients to deliver much needed superior clinical candidates to patients.

The Lab Operations team provides hands-on support to Research Staff and Operations. Support includes, but is not limited to, biological tube prep labelng, sample QC, sample shipment, internal sample transfers, maintaining inventory levels of communal supplies, centralized company-wide ordering for supplies.

Responsibilities:

• Tube capping.
• Tube labeling, including racking and filling tubes with 10% NBF and RNALater.
• Cleaning and sterilization of Hamilton Syringes and Gavage needles for research staff.
• Sample QC-1 for internal transfers to Mol Pharm, IHC, and Bioanalysis.
• Assisting in packing shipments (domestic and international).
• Sample inventory in freezers and fridges.
• Maintain and organize lab supplies.
• For staff supporting company stock maintenance, supply inventory, including unpacking and organizing stock. Send list of needed supplies for ordering to maintain stock.
• For staff supporting EHS, keep track of waste and audit laboratory/office areas to update management with any compliance issues.

Required Skills/Qualifications:

• Must have excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and quality control skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to embrace shifting priorities and be adaptable to sudden changes in the workflow.
• Must be self-motivated with a focus on quality and productivity.
• Prior experience working in a laboratory setting is preferred.

Total Rewards Plan 

PsychoGenics offers competitive performance-based compensation, comprehensive benefits, and career development opportunities. This role is eligible for annual performance-based raise and discretionary bonus for both individual and PsychoGenics annual performance. Our benefits include: 

• Medical, dental, vision and life insurance plans
• HSA, FSA and dependent FSA
• Short- and long-term disability plans
• Stock-based incentive plan
• 401K with company contribution
• Tuition reimbursement
• Generous paid time off policy and paid parental leave policy
• EAP
• Additional voluntary benefits

PsychoGenics is a veteran/disability/equal opportunity employer. 

We take pride in maintaining a diverse work environment. We do not discriminate in recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, or other employment practices for reasons of race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity or expression and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, status as a protected veteran, or any other legally protected status. We strive to create a workplace that cultivates bold innovation through collaboration and allows our people to unleash their full potential.

Reasonable Accommodation

PsychoGenics provides qualified individuals with reasonable accommodation during the application and hiring process. If you require assistance or need reasonable accommodation due to disability, please contact Human Resources at: careers@psychogenics.com