Research · Full time

Materials Laboratory Assistant

Support traceable sample preparation, laboratory records and daily research operations within AREOLA’s Philadelphia Materials Laboratory.

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LocationPhiladelphia
Work patternOn-site laboratory schedule
Reports toLaboratory Operations Manager
RequisitionAREOLA-MLA-26

The opportunity

Why this role exists.

The Materials Laboratory Assistant creates the orderly foundation on which research and quality work depend. The role supports qualified scientists and specialists through careful sample tracking, workspace readiness and complete records rather than independently interpreting clinical meaning.

A well-run laboratory makes every sample, observation and handoff easier to trust. Consistent preparation and traceability allow AREOLA researchers to spend more time answering materials questions and less time rebuilding what happened.

Institutional impact
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What you will do.

  • Receive, label, log and route approved research samples and materials according to laboratory procedures.
  • Prepare work areas, routine supplies and qualified equipment for scheduled laboratory activity.
  • Enter required records, reconcile sample status and identify missing or inconsistent documentation.
  • Support nonclinical surface observations, inventory checks and archive organization under supervision.
  • Maintain housekeeping, safety and waste-separation standards appropriate to the assigned laboratory areas.
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How you will work.

No AREOLA role operates alone. This position maintains close working relationships with:

  • Materials Scientists and Medical Metals Specialists
  • Laboratory Quality and Research Operations
  • Plate Laboratory teams for controlled sample transfer
  • Research coordinators and institutional safety partners
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What you bring.

Required experience

  • Associate degree, technical certificate or relevant laboratory experience.
  • Ability to follow written procedures and maintain accurate sample-level documentation.
  • Comfort with routine laboratory tools, digital records and repetitive precision work.
  • Reliability, curiosity and willingness to ask before proceeding when a record or sample is unclear.

Helpful additional experience

  • Coursework or experience in materials science, chemistry, biology, metallurgy or laboratory technology.
  • Experience with sample-management, inventory or quality systems.
  • Familiarity with metals, surface inspection or research documentation.
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Your first year.

First 90 days

Qualify on assigned sample, documentation, safety and laboratory-readiness procedures.

Six months

Independently support the routine laboratory schedule with accurate status records.

Twelve months

Help improve a sample-tracking, archive, supply or laboratory-readiness process.

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Benefits & belonging.

AREOLA offers health, retirement, paid-leave, professional-development and well-being programs for eligible employees. Specific eligibility and plan terms are reviewed during the offer process.

AREOLA is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome qualified candidates whose experience may have been developed through different industries, institutions or educational paths.

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Application process.

Applications are reviewed by Talent Acquisition and the hiring team against the responsibilities and qualifications published on this page. Candidates selected for next steps receive role-specific information about interviews, location expectations and any required professional credentials.

Application status

Online applications are not being accepted for this posting at this time. Position details remain available for candidates reviewing future opportunities.