Laboratory Assistant - AP Labs

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Overview

The Laboratory Assistant 3 sets up, operates, and distributes laboratory equipment and apparatus for Clinical Diagnostic purposes. Responsibilities include performing equipment maintenance and minor repairs, setting up instruments daily and cleaning them as well. The role involves maintaining laboratory facilities, ordering supplies. The assistant plays a crucial role in the organization of supplies maintaining accurate records and participating in lab meetings and discussions to support the advancement of clinical activities. This position will support histology, cytology, IHC and molecular.

Job Responsibilities:

Performs minor equipment maintenance and cleaning.

Sets up changes stainer daily.

Maintains solutions and media and advised Inventory Specialist when low.

Orders supplies for Clinical Laboratory.

Sets up and changes processor.

Files blocks and slides as needed.

Send out slides to areas within and outside of Pathology.

Accept, unpack and organize supplies as they arrive daily.

Perform daily runs to different areas of pathology throughout the day.

Accession cases as need into our LIS system.

Slide Verification.

Distributing complete and verified cases to proper service boxes/mailboxes.

Filling out maintenance/temperature logs for the H&E stainers and the tissue

processors as part of CAP regulations.

Provide cross coverage and support in other areas as operational needs require, with appropriate training provided.

The hours for this position are 7:00am-3:00pm.

Required Skills and Abilities

1. Demonstrated proficiency in laboratory procedures, including equipment maintenance and safety techniques.

2. Strong computer skills, including proficiency with Word, Excel, and laboratory software.

3. Excellent communication and organizational skills, with the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.

4. Ability to handle multiple assignments, work under pressure, and adapt to changing priorities.

5. Proven ability to follow detailed protocols and maintain accurate records.

Preferred Skills and Abilities

1. Prior experience in a laboratory setting, including handling biological specimens and hazardous materials.

2. Fluency in laboratory management software and collaboration tools.

3. Physical Requirements: Must be able to lift 50 pounds and requires prolonged periods of standing and walking. Incumbents in this class are exposed to disagreeable.

Principal Responsibilities

1. Performs equipment maintenance and repair. Modifies and adjusts equipment and apparatus according to experiment and specifications. 2. Creates instructional materials. Oversees and instructs support staff and students in laboratory techniques and equipment usage. 3. Performs specialized scientific/laboratory procedures and techniques. Formulates scientific solutions and media. 4. Maintains laboratory facilities and work areas. Orders supplies, equipment, and apparatus for laboratory experiments. 5. Performs additional functions incidental to laboratory activities. Required Education and Experience Six years of related work experience, four of them in the same job family at the next lower level, and high school level education; or four years of related work experience and an Associate's degree; or little or no work experience and a Bachelor's degree in a related field; or an equivalent combination of experience and education.

Job Posting Date

07/09/2026

Job Category

Technician

Bargaining Unit

L34

Compensation Grade

Labor Grade C

Compensation Grade Profile

Hourly Range

$28.43

Time Type

Full time

Duration Type

Staff

Work Model

On-site

Background Check Requirements

All candidates for employment will be subject to pre-employment background screening for this position, which may include motor vehicle, DOT certification, drug testing and credit checks based on the position description and job requirements. All offers are contingent upon the successful completion of the background check. For additional information on the background check requirements and process visit "Learn about background checks" under the Applicant Support Resources section of Careers on the It's Your Yale website.

Health Requirements

Certain positions have associated health requirements based on specific job responsibilities. These may include vaccinations, tests, or examinations, as required by law, regulation, or university policy.

Posting Disclaimer

The hiring rate of a role is determined in accordance with the provisions outlined in the respective collective bargaining agreement.

The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the essential functions that will be required of the position and should not be construed as a declaration of specific duties and responsibilities of the position. Employees will be assigned specific job-related duties through  their hiring department.

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