Assistant Scientist

This position is full time. Salary DOE with health and retirement benefits provided. Apply online below.

Alturas Analytics, Inc. is seeking an efficient, detailed-oriented Assistant Scientist to join our team. This position is entry-level, on the scientist track, however previous education/experience may lessen time in training program. There are ample opportunities for growth and promotion in our highly progressive laboratory.

Position Summary:
The Assistant Scientist provides support to other laboratory personnel through a variety of duties and tasks. This is an entry-level position used to train all Associate Scientists.

Essential Duties and Tasks:

  • Maintains all lab supplies (including purchase, receipt, stock, inventory, and disposal)
  • Prepares various reagents and solutions for laboratory use
  • Assists laboratory personnel to enable efficient laboratory operations
  • Performs routine facility maintenance and inspections
  • Cleans laboratory glassware
  • Performs sample custodian duties including tracking, verifying and distribution of samples
  • Performs QC review of data

Additional Duties and Tasks:

  • Performs other duties as needed or assigned

Education and Experience Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s degree in a physical, biological or chemistry science required
  • Laboratory coursework required
  • 1-3 years of work experience preferred
  • Working knowledge of MS Office

Skills and Abilities Requirements:

  • Skills in verbal and written communication
  • Ability to interpret procedures, regulations and guidelines
  • Ability to enter data and work accurately with computers

Physical Requirements:

  • Sitting up to 1/3 of the time
  • Working in front of a computer monitor up to 2/3 of the time
  • Walking up to 1/3 of the time between departments/offices
  • Standing up to 2/3 of the time
  • Using hands to handle or feel up to 2/3 of the time
  • Reaching with hands and arms up to 2/3 of the time
  • Talking or hearing less than 1/3 of the time
  • Climbing or balancing less than 1/3 of the time
  • Stooping or kneeling less than 1/3 of the time
  • Lifting up to 10 lbs. up to 2/3 of the time
  • Lifting up to 25 lbs. less than 2/3 of the time
  • Lifting up to 50 lbs. less than 2/3 of the time
  • Close vision (clear vision at 20 inches or less) needed to read small labels

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To apply via mail, send resume, cover letter, and job application to:
Alturas Analytics, Inc.
1324 Alturas Drive
Moscow, ID, 83843

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