Laboratory Assistant 2

Job Description

Laboratory Assistant 2:
On behalf of our scientific research client, Procom is searching for a Laboratory Assistant 2 for a 6-month contract role. This position is an onsite position at our client’s Research Triangle Park, NC 27709 office. 

Laboratory Assistant 2 - Job Description:
Support entomology research operations with a primary focus on setting up and executing insect bioassays across multiple target species, including Lepidoptera, Coleoptera, and Hemiptera. This role involves supporting insect rearing activities, colony maintenance, and collaborating within the broader entomology team to deliver high-quality scientific data.

Laboratory Assistant 2 - Responsibilities:
• Follow precise bioassay protocols and maintain accurate experimental records.
• Handle small, delicate insects at various life stages and work with small laboratory tools.
• Accurately measure and dispense small volumes of liquids using precision pipetting.
• Enter data proficiently using computer systems, spreadsheets, and LIMS databases.
• Communicate clearly with team members, both verbally and in writing.
• Work in warm, humid conditions and perform repetitive tasks such as assay setup and pipetting.
• Manage multiple tasks, coordinate with colony schedules, and meet bioassay deadlines.

Laboratory Assistant 2 - Mandatory Skills:
• Attention to detail
• Manual dexterity
• Precision pipetting
• Data entry proficiency
• Clear communication
• Physical stamina
• Time management

Laboratory Assistant 2 – Nice-to-Have Skills:
• Teamwork
• Problem-solving
• Bachelor’s degree in Entomology, Biology, Agriculture, or a related field
• Practical laboratory experience in insect handling or bioassays
• Accessibility

Laboratory Assistant 2 – Assignment Length:
This is a 6-month contract position with the possibility of extension.

Laboratory Assistant 2 - Start Date:
ASAP

Laboratory Assistant 2 - Assignment Location:
Research Triangle Park, North Carolina, 27709 United States. This position is onsite.