| Location | Louisville, CO |
Position Summary
The Lab Assistant will assist the QC department with routine tasks, with particular emphasis on the stability program and sample submission to third-party labs. The Lab Assistant will be trained on day-to-day operations in the Quality Control lab. Part of the purpose of this position is to educate the employee and introduce them to quality principles and analytical chemistry in a regulated manufacturing environment.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Submit samples to third-party laboratories for testing
Assist with the management of the stability program: Initiate stability studies, pull samples, submit samples to the required lab for testing, enter results into applicable reports and trackers, and write stability reports
Assist with day-to-day operations in the QC lab: Preparing solutions (standards, mobile phases, diluents), hazardous waste management, cleaning the lab, and performing the daily checklist
After mastering the above duties, the Lab Assistant will be trained to perform tests in the lab. This involves sample preparation, analysis (typically with HPLC or GC-MS), data work-up, and data review
Assist the QA team with managing retains and data management
Other tasks as assigned
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Technology: Must be fluent in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams) and able to type proficiently
Time management: Be punctual, able to multitask, and able to prioritize tasks
Communication: Be able to convey information in a professional manner in writing (emails, reports, investigations) and in person (meetings, discussions)
Other soft skills: Detail oriented, enthusiastic, takes initiative, driven, self-motivated, curious, and a problem solver
Maintain a clean and organized workspace
Education and Experience
Bachelors degree (B.S. or B.A.) in chemistry, microbiology, chemical engineering, or a related field preferred
Experience in a laboratory or a regulated manufacturing environment is a plus
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer
Recruiting for this role ends on June 30, 2026