Laboratory Assistant- Early Phase Clinical Research
ICON plc
Summary
The Laboratory Assistant plays a key role within our team by assisting and aiding the technical staff with the handling and storing of and accounting for biological lab specimens, quality control and any other relevant tasks.
Job description
Key responsibilities include:
- Monitoring samples/Troubleshooting discrepancies
- Consolidating created samples/containers (i.e. slides, blocks, reports, etc)
- Searching and retrieving documents and samples
- Performing data entry/Monitoring e-mails and various correspondences
- Checking that slides/blocks are properly barcoded and labeled
- Assisting the pathologists with the technical/clerical work.
Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree Preferred, But will also consider associate's degree and HS Diploma
- 1 + year of related experience in a clinical laboratory
- Experience using Microsoft Office along with excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to handle large workload demands and troubleshoot issues when needed
- Time management skills and attention to detail
- Ability to keep accurate, legible records and adhere to GCP/GLP/GDP
Benefits
- Medical, Dental & Vision
- Retirement & Pension Plans
- Life Assurance & Disability
- Employee Assistance Program
- Wellbeing Resources
- Learning & Development
Company overview
ICON plc is a global leader in clinical research and healthcare intelligence, founded in Dublin, Ireland in 1990. As one of the world's largest contract research organizations (CROs), ICON provides comprehensive outsourced development services to pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and medical device companies worldwide. The company operates in 55 countries with approximately 41,900 employees, offering end-to-end solutions that span the entire product development lifecycle. ICON's service portfolio includes clinical research services, adaptive trials, biosimilars, commercialization and outcomes consulting, medical imaging, laboratory services, and strategic support for traditional and digital health technologies. The company specializes in therapeutic areas such as oncology, cardiovascular diseases, central nervous system disorders, rare diseases, and women's health. With its 2021 acquisition of PRA Health Sciences, ICON significantly expanded its capabilities and market position, becoming a dominant force in the global CRO industry. The company is publicly traded on NASDAQ under the ticker ICLR and reported $8.28 billion in revenue for 2024.