Title: Lab Assistant
Location: Salisbury MD 21801
Duration: 4 months
Description:
Seasonal positions in Salisbury, MD to support the Limulus Amebocyte Lysate production operation in Salisbury, MD and tag horseshoe crabs for US Fish & Wildlife. Must commit to working for 6 months (JuneNovember 2026).
Primary Role Responsibilities
- 1. Assist with the horseshoe crab blood collection process per approved SOP's; Includes setting-up and preparing the collection area, cleaning and preparing crabs, aseptically collecting blood, and cleaning and disinfecting the area at the end of the day.
- 2. Assist in crab blood processing per approved SOP's; Includes all Processing lab assignments – centrifuging, pipetting, sonication, solution preparation, and cleaning and disinfecting the area at the end of the day.
- 3. Aseptically handle filled and unfilled collection bottles in and out of bio-safety cabinets (hoods).
- 4. Timely and accurate completion of all required paperwork entries per SOP's.
- 5. Clean and maintain production equipment.
- 6. Tag crabs with US Fish & Wildlife tags.
Skill and/or Education Requirements
- 1. 1-2 years experience in a production environment is desirable or HS diploma.
- 2. Able to follow written procedures and carry out those procedures to completeness.
- 3. Organization skills, time management skills, excellent attendance.
- 4. Written and oral communication skills.
- 5. Team work - willing to work closely with others to meet departmental objectives.
- 6. Math skills and computer skills.
Working Conditions
- 1. Working conditions vary from laboratory environment to crab holding areas.
- 2. Some overtime work will be required.
- 3. May require long periods of standing, heavy lifting, (up to 50 lbs), repetitive motions and chemical hazards.
- 4. Daily cleaning with strong disinfectant solutions is required. Persons with sensitivity or allergies to cleaning and disinfecting solutions should not apply.
TalentBurst is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive and diverse workforce.
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