Are you interested in joining IDEXX as a Laboratory Associate - Discovery? This is an opportunity to be a member of the Assay Dx Research & Development organization. You will be a part of the LCMS discovery team that drives biomarker research utilizing mass spectrometers. Your role will be critical to enabling sample collection for discovery work and supporting the ongoing analysis on these instruments.

What you'll do

Performs laboratory analyses to assay various pet and other animal illnesses, injuries and diseases; processes specimens, manages assay results, and assists in assay research

Maintains and communicates schedules and changes in schedules

Manages lab inventory, procures supplies and stocks shelves

Responsible for general lab maintenance and overall cleanliness of lab and lab equipment

Supports and maintains various processes, systems and databases

Performs recordkeeping, data collection and analysis

Performs administrative duties such as answering phones and preparing parcel deliveries, files requisitions, and performs duties in support of billing, pricing and sample transportation

Receives and aliquots biological samples as well as maintains sample tracking database for discovery work

What you need to succeed

High School degree with 2-5 years of experience

Vet assistants are encouraged to apply

Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, standard operating procedures (SOPs), material safety data sheets (MSDSs), operating and maintenance instructions, instrument and software manuals, government rules and technical procedures

Ability to prioritize and multi-task

Strong initiative and follow through

Attention to detail

Written communication skills

Ability to work independently and as a team contributor

Willingness to learn new skills

Must be reliable – attendance is an essential function of the position

Ability to work independently and as a team contributor

Must demonstrate a high level of customer service

Good computer skills: Microsoft Office and SAP preferred

What you can expect from us:  

Salary range starting at $22.66/hr  based on experience

Opportunity for annual cash bonus 

Health / Dental / Vision Benefits Day-One 

5% matching 401k 

Additional benefits including but not limited to financial support, pet insurance, mental health resources, volunteer paid days off, employee stock program, foundation donation matching, and much more 

Why IDEXX

We’re proud of the work we do, because our work matters. An innovation leader in every industry we serve, we follow our Purpose and Guiding Principles to help pet owners worldwide keep their companion animals healthy and happy, to ensure safe drinking water for billions, and to help farmers protect livestock and poultry from diseases. We have customers in over 175 countries and a global workforce of over 10,000 talented people.

So, what does that mean for you? We enrich the livelihoods of our employees with a positive and respectful work culture that embraces challenges and encourages learning and discovery.   At IDEXX, you will be supported by competitive compensation, incentives, and benefits while enjoying purposeful work that drives improvement. 

Let’s pursue what matters together.

IDEXX values a diverse workforce and workplace and strongly encourages women, people of color, LGBT individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents, and veterans to apply.

IDEXX is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will not be discriminated against because of race, color, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, religion, national origin, citizenship status, disability, ancestry, marital status, veteran status, medical condition, or any protected category prohibited by local, state, or federal laws.

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