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On Call/Flex Laboratory Assistant - Micro

Des Moines, IA, us💼 Full-time🗓 2026-08-05 → 2026-09-25

Core

Assist in daily assaying of samples, perform testing from work lists, prepare solutions, and maintain accurate records for quality control tests.

Role type

Laboratory Assistant (Micro)

Builds

Analytical testing services for food, environment, pharmaceutical, and cosmetic products

Domain

Life sciences / Food safety / Environmental testing

Deliverable

production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work

Required skills

Sample weighing, solution preparation, data recording in logbooks/eLIMS, hazardous waste disposal, adherence to ISO/IEC 17025 standards, method/matrix difficulty identification

Preferred skills

Basic understanding of ISO 17025 guidelines, knowledge of proprietary methodologies

Technologies

eLIMS, BookMaster, glassware, analytical equipment

Responsibilities

Assay samples and perform daily testing, prepare solutions for designated samples, maintain clean and safe laboratory environment, record test data and results accurately, identify analytical difficulties and report to supervisor

Seniority

Entry-level, 0-3 years experience

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