Roche Lab Assistant Job Opening – Biology & Biochemistry Candidates
Roche Lab Assistant Job Roche is seeking driven, self-motivated, and passionate individuals looking to start a career in a fast-paced lab. The position will play an integral role in day-to-day operations as we develop our novel DNA sequencing technology.
This position will be based at Roche Diagnostics Seattle, formerly Stratos Genomics. Please submit a cover letter in your application outlining your qualifications, interest/knowledge of the technology that Roche Diagnostics Seattle (Stratos Genomics) is developing, why you want to work here, and how you would contribute.
Job Title: Lab Assistant 1
Location: Seattle
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Order and track laboratory supplies.
- Create, receive and reconcile orders through our ordering and tracking software.
- Maintain and repair equipment.
- Ensure efficacy of lab’s pipetman.
- Complement the positive and dynamic Central Services (CS) team, lending support to the CS manager and other laboratory assistants.
- Quickly and effectively interpret directions into appropriate and efficient actions.
- Develop and propose improved processes to fulfill the above functions.
- Maintain the lab’s cleanliness and organization.
- Other duties as assigned.
Adhere to Roche Diagnostic Seattle’s policies and support management decisions and goals in a positive, professional manner.
PROFICIENCIES
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Solid computer skills. Experience with Excel preferred.
- Very good organization skills and attention to detail.
- Strong analytical ability.
- A keen ability to listen to directions and execute them accurately.
- Good interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively with individuals and groups at all organizational levels.
- Ability to work safely and professionally with or on Roche Diagnostic Seattle’s property.
Eligibility criteria:
Bachelor’s degree focused in Biology, Biotechnology, Biochemistry, Chemistry, Physics or Engineering field preferred.
Previous laboratory or research experience preferred.
