Laboratory Assistant On behalf of Procom Services, our client is looking for a Laboratory Assistant to join their team for a 6 month contract in Durham, NC.

Location: : Onsite in Research Triangle Park, NC 27709

Laboratory Assistant - Job Description:
Performs research activities and other tasks as necessary in a laboratory environment. Records observations and measurements and reports results. Responsible for cleaning, disinfecting, and maintaining cleanrooms and equipment. Assists with receipt and inspection of raw materials and ordering and stocking of materials and equipment. May require a bachelor's degree in area of specialty. Familiar with a variety of the field's concepts, practices, and procedures. Relies on extensive experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. Performs a variety of tasks. May lead and direct the work of others. A wide degree of creativity and latitude is expected. Typically reports to a supervisor or manager.

Production: Supervise and coordinate on the manufacturing of active ingredients and intermediates into raw materials including guiding and assisting more junior employees. Operate and troubleshoot escalated issues for various formulating equipment. Perform routine and non-routine operations safely and efficiently. Execute all phases of crop protection or seed production for e.g., small-seeded vegetables, broccoli, cauliflower, celery, squash, to ensure a high quality, reliable, and timely supply is delivered to the facility. Coordinate third party cleaning vendors, off-site inventory management and communication of scheduling, priorities and shipping needs between stakeholders, and work with specialists to test/implement new production concepts.

Laboratory Assistant - Focal Points Must Include:
Experience in PCR (1-2 years),
Bacterial Transformation (1-2 years),
Experience working in a greenhouse.
Must have a bachelor’s degree with a focus in science. Research experience preferred.
Must be a team player and able to collaborate with other members of the lab.

Laboratory Assistant - Skills:
.• Greenhouse experience preferred

• Ability to perform all physical duties required in greenhouse operations under adverse conditions
• Demonstrated ability and motivation to work in unsupervised situations
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Commitment and adherence to excellent stewardship practices
• Ability to use MS office software and other databases efficiently

Laboratory Assistant - E ducation:
Bachelor's degree heavily preferred; will consider a two year in science if candidate has prior research experience