Lab Assistance III - Food & Drug - sample prep

Madison Job posted on: 7/28/2008 Before drugs, chemicals, or foods can be sold, they must be evaluated for safety and effectiveness. Covance provides international testing services to clients in the pharmaceutical, food, biotechnology and chemical services industries.Covance’s ongoing success offers team members unsurpassed growth and career development opportunities. There is no better time to join us! As a Lab Assistant III you will conduct sample preparation within the Food & Drug Analysis Department.  You will also be in charge of keeping the areas where the samples are stored organized.  Samples are kept in refrigerators, freezer and dry storage area.Responsibilities: • Modify established procedures within specified guidelines. • Operate general lab equipment. • Troubleshoot equipment and perform routine maintenance. • Do calculations and conversions, and compile data obtained. • Instruct other technicians as required. Education:• High School diploma or equivalent plus 2-3 years of laboratory experience or Associate Degree in related field plus 0-2 years of laboratory experience. At Covance, we help make the miracles of medicine a reality. We offer opportunities to work on diverse, challenging projects with bright, interesting colleagues while building a flexible and rewarding career. Covance is committed to diversity in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer. (M/F/D/V). Your confidentiality and privacy are important to us.  Save to job file |