Location
Rockville, Maryland, United States
Type
Full-time
Job Description
Employer: Psomagen, Inc. Key Responsibilities Sample Intake & Inspection: Unpack packages upon arrival, verify sample IDs against manifests, and evaluate sample condition. Barcoding & Labeling: Generate and accurately attach barcode labels to tubes, vials, and specimen holders. Sample Preparation & Aliquoting: Dispense measured volumes of liquid samples into smaller containers using automated equipment or manual pipettes. Sorting & Routing: Sort and prepare samples for distribution to designated testing departments or client categories. Logistics & Disposal Management: Package and process samples for return delivery to clients or handle standard disposal following set protocols. System Tracking & Data Entry: Use standard computers and barcode readers to log sample tracking information, status updates, and shipping records. Workspace Maintenance: Maintain a clean, organized receiving station stocked with necessary lab supplies. Qualifications & Requirements Education: High School Diploma or GED equivalent. Shift Commitment: Ability to work the 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM schedule reliably. Basic English Proficiency: Capability to read and interpret English alphanumeric IDs, tags, and standard lab labeling. Attention to Detail: Strong focus required to accurately identify minor differences in numbers, letters, and barcodes Dexterity & Physical Demands: Fine motor skills for handling small lab tools, caps, and test tubes repeatedly; ability to lift small to medium shipping containers. Quality & Compliance: Ability to follow SOPs and established quality control procedures accurately. Laboratory Safety: Ability to follow laboratory safety procedures and required PPE guidelines. Teamwork & Communication: Ability to work effectively and communicate clearly with laboratory and logistics teams. Physical Demands & Work Environment Heavy Lifting: Capability to safely handle, carry, and transport materials weighing up to 50 lbs. Controlled Climate: Comfort working throughout full shifts within a cooled lab setting kept near 19°C (66°F). Mobility & Endurance: Physical endurance to remain standing, walk, bend, reach, and complete continuous routine motions over long periods. Professional Traits Punctual, dependable, and motivated to learn lab operations.
Requirements
Candidates must have a High School Diploma or GED and the ability to work a 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM shift. The role requires strong attention to detail, physical stamina for lifting up to 50 lbs, and the ability to follow strict laboratory safety and quality protocols.