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Position Summary:

SRL is the national reference laboratory for Sonic Healthcare USA. As part of this esoteric testing lab, our staff gain new experiences with a unique test menu within a culture of quality and innovation, where we focus on lean processes fueled by a belief in empowered continuous improvement. We pride ourselves on a work environment dedicated to mutual respect where trust and team spirit are an integral part of our daily routine.

The Scientist I is responsible for performing routine and difficult extractions of patient samples and routine analysis of LC-MS/MS or HPLC analytical techniques accurately and efficiently following SRL procedures.

LOCATION:  Austin, TX 78728

SCHEDULE: 2nd SHIFT - 11:00am - 7:00pm​; Tuesday-Saturday

FULL TIME:  Benefits Eligible

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Prepares non-critical solutions (mobiles phases and buffers)
• Performs automated and routine  liquid-liquid extractions, supported liquid extractions and SPE extractions or dilute and shoot extractions
• Works independently to plan and conduct laboratory work
• Documents promptly and clearly all procedural processes
• Perform basic maintenance and setup of LC-MS/MS or HPLC instruments
• Monitors assays on LC-MS/MS instruments of HPLC instruments
• Independently apply basic troubleshooting skills of instrumentation
• Help maintain lab by cleaning glassware, taking out biohazard bins, and maintenance of small equipment
• Assist with filing of paperwork associated with daily production runs
• Assist with maintaining laboratory inventory

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree and/or Master’s degree in a scientific field
• 1+ year of laboratory experience preferred
• 1+ years of extraction experience
• 1+ years of LC-MS/MS experience

Licensure and Certifications:

• None required

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Ability to understand written and verbal instructions
• Ability to communicate effectively will colleagues, Supervisor and Manager
• Excellent attention to detail
• Basic computer knowledge
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Work
• Must be able to work with frequent interruption and fluctuations in workload
• Ability to meet deadlines
• Ability to perform basic and intermediate calculations as needed
• Ability to follow and implement policies and SOP

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