About us
Emeritus has incredible vision - we improve world health by expertly managing clinical trials to accelerate medical advancements. By joining our team of energetic and passionate medical professionals, you will focus on improving patient outcomes helping us run over 50 trials in various specialties including Vaccines, Rheumatoid and Osteo arthritis, Gout, Cardiovascular and Mental health areas.
If you are a dynamic and driven Clinical Trials Laboratory Assistant, who is exact in the processing, storage and shipping of samples, is excited to contribute to the financial goals of a growing business and you have a passion to support your clinical colleagues, we’d love to hear from you!
To be successful in this role, you will:
- Create and monitor the daily schedule for bookings and kits to contribute to smooth lab operations
- Have an eye for detail as you receive and process pathology kits for our clinical trial participants
- Identify and track correct specimens, kits and accompanying documentation received in the lab
- Meticulously process, store and sort all samples making sure all associated documentation and labelling is an exact match with the participant for easy collection and shipping
- Track and document the storage of samples and update the shipping manifest
- Contribute to on-site testing by conducting, reporting and validating results
- Keep the lab and equipment sterilised and spotlessly clean, storage fridges, incubator and batteries at optimal operation and lab checklists up to date
- Develop and maintain great relationships with Emeritus couriers and vendors to support safe shipping of samples
- Responsibly participate in laboratory training and inductions to help colleagues remain aware and comply with the work, health and safety policies
- Collaborate with your lab team members to ensure overall efficient lab operations
- Be knowledgeable with Microsoft Office programs and be highly accurate and efficient with data entry
What we will offer you in return:
- A small yet motivated team supporting each other to grow our business
- Exposure to a variety of clinical trial types
- Training and development opportunities supported by Emeritus (GCP, IATA, Life Support training)
- Focus on work-life balance - work Monday to Friday
- An extra day off per month (for our full timers)
- On site parking and easy access to public transport
We’d also like to hear about whether you have:
- Previous laboratory experience, is beneficial but not essential
- Certificate or diploma level education in a relevant field or science qualifications
- Accurate and clear written and oral communication
- Australian Citizen or Permanent Australian Residency, or appropriate work visas
A salary negotiable based on your experience and qualifications will be discussed.
We look forward to hearing from you.