Assistant Scientist
Alturas Analytics, Inc.
Summary
Are you someone who enjoys hands-on work, learning new things, and being part of a team? As an Assistant Scientist at Alturas Analytics, you'll play an important role in supporting the scientists and keeping our laboratory running smoothly. From preparing solutions and organizing lab supplies to helping manage samples and supporting daily lab activities, you'll get an inside look at how a scientific laboratory operates. You'll work alongside experienced scientists, gain valuable hands-on experience, and develop the skills needed to grow into an Associate Scientist role.
Job description
A Day in the Life
As an Assistant Scientist, you'll begin building your career in the laboratory by learning the ins and outs of daily lab operations. You'll work alongside experienced scientists, getting familiar with the equipment, supplies, samples, and processes that keep the lab running. Your days will be hands-on and varied, giving you the opportunity to learn how different parts of the laboratory work together and how your contributions support the team's success. As you gain experience and become more comfortable with laboratory procedures, you'll begin developing the technical skills needed to take on more advanced responsibilities. This position is designed to be your starting point at Alturas, with the goal of preparing you to grow into an Associate Scientist role.
Essential Duties and Tasks
- Maintains all lab supplies (including purchase, receipt, stock, inventory, and disposal)
- Prepares various reagents and solutions for laboratory use
- Assists laboratory personnel to enable efficient laboratory operations
- Performs routine facility maintenance and inspections
- Cleans laboratory glassware
- Performs sample custodian duties including tracking, verifying and distribution of samples
- Performs QC review of data
Additional Duties and Tasks
- Performs other duties as needed or assigned
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in a physical, biological or chemistry science required
- Laboratory coursework required
- 1-3 years of work experience preferred
- Working knowledge of MS Office
- Skills in verbal and written communication
- Ability to interpret procedures, regulations and guidelines
- Ability to enter data and work accurately with computers
Benefits
- Health, Dental & Vision Insurance
- PTO, Paid Sick Time & Holidays
- Bonus Program
- Safe Harbor 401(k) with Match
- HSA & FSA Options
- Life & Disability Insurance
- Employee Assistance Programs
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Wellness Program
- Charitable Donation Matching
- Monthly Catered Lunches
Company overview
Alturas Analytics, Inc. is a specialized contract research organization (CRO) providing advanced bioanalytical services for pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies. Founded in 2000 and headquartered in Moscow, Idaho, the company operates a state-of-the-art GLP-compliant laboratory equipped with cutting-edge MS/MS instrumentation. Alturas specializes in LC-MS/MS and GC-MS/MS bioanalysis, supporting drug development programs from discovery through Phase IV clinical trials. Their comprehensive services include method development and validation, pharmacokinetic/toxicokinetic analysis, biomarker quantitation, and antibody-drug conjugate (ADC) analysis. With a team of experienced scientists and a low annual turnover rate, Alturas emphasizes long-term client collaborations, delivering high-quality data with rapid turnaround times. The company has established itself as a trusted partner in the industry, contributing to numerous IND submissions and new drug approvals while maintaining strict adherence to global regulatory standards and quality assurance protocols.