Laboratory Jobs in Rockville, MD

About Psomagen

Psomagen, Inc., founded in 2004 in Rockville, MD, is at the forefront of genetic and genomic testing. The company offers cutting-edge genomic services through next-generation and Sanger sequencing with data analysis services for applications in basic research and clinic diagnostics. The service laboratory has been certified under the Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA) and accredited by the College of American Pathologists (CAP), which demonstrates the highest level of quality and safety in the market.

Listed on the KOSDAQ in July 2020, the company is rapidly expanding its business from B2B to B2C and from Research to Clinical markets. The company has broadened the capabilities in the healthcare space such as at-home kits for analysis of genetic traits and microbiome profiles. With CLIA-certified and CAP-accredited laboratories, the company aims to further expand its clinical laboratory diagnostic services.

As an EEO/AA employer, the organization will not discriminate in its employment practices due to an applicant’s race, color, sex, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, protected genetic information, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, religion, height, weight, other protected group status, or any other basis protected by the laws where we employ people.

Position Overview

We are looking for a highly reliable and detail-oriented Laboratory Logistics Assistant to join our expanding team. In this role, you will support critical daily lab operations, including processing incoming sample shipments, confirming sample identities, labeling and barcoding containers, performing basic liquid handling (aliquoting), and coordinating sample returns or disposals.

Interested in launching your career in healthcare or biotechnology? This entry-level position offers a comprehensive introduction to laboratory workflows. No previous lab experience or specialized science degree is needed—complete training will be provided on the job! Dedicated employees who show precision, dependability, and a strong work ethic will find clear opportunities for advancement into a Laboratory Technician role.

Employment Type: Part-Time

Work Schedule: Monday – Friday, 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM. Employees are expected to work an average of 4–5 hours per day. Work hours may be flexible and subject to adjustment based on laboratory needs and operational requirements.

Hourly Rate: $18/hr (Per Montgomery County regulations, training wage of $15.3/hr may apply for the first 180 days for employees under 20 years of age)

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.