Launch Your Career in Science: Lab Processing Associate

Help us change lives

At Exact Sciences, we're helpingchange how the world prevents, detects and guides treatment for cancer. We give patients and clinicians the clarity needed to make confident decisions when they matter most. Join our team to find a purpose-driven career, an inclusive culture, and robust benefits to support your life while you're working to help others.

Ready to kickstart your journey in healthcare and science? Join Exact Sciences as a Lab Processing Associate and become part of a team that's changing lives through early cancer detection.

What You'll Do:

• Be hands-on with cutting-edge lab technology-mixing samples, operating automated equipment, and keeping things running smoothly.

• Support your teammates with essential tasks like racking samples, cleaning, and routine maintenance.

• Help ensure every sample is processed with precision and care-because every one of them represents a real person counting on us.

Why It Matters: You'll play a key role in helping patients get accurate, timely results. It's more than lab work-it's purpose-driven science that makes a difference.

What's In It for You:

• Learn on the job with guidance from experienced supervisors.

• Build skills in biotech, automated lab operations, and teamwork.

• Be part of a mission-focused company that values innovation, collaboration, and growth.

Who You Are:

• A detail-oriented team player who's curious, reliable, and ready to learn.

• Someone who thrives in a fast-paced, supportive environment.

• Looking for a meaningful role where your work truly matters.

• Reliability starts with showing up-be the teammate others count on

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Degree/General Education Diploma.
• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Experience using computers to include Internet navigation, email, Microsoft Office Suite.
• Demonstrated ability to perform the Essential Duties of the position with or without accommodation.
• Authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate degree or Bachelor's degree in Life Sciences, Physical Sciences, or field related to the essential duties of the job.
• Experience in a laboratory or similar environment with maintaining sample integrity, following procedures and protocols, and sample collecting/handling.
• Knowledge and understanding of CAP, GLP, GDP, CLIA, New York State Department of Health (NYSDOH), and HIPAA.
• Experience in troubleshooting automation and performing instrument maintenance.
• Lean experience (Kaizen, Kanban, root cause analysis, countermeasure implementation, etc.).

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift and move up to 40 pounds for approximately 25% of a typical working day.

• Ability to work seated for approximately 50% of a typical working day.

• Ability to work standing for approximately 50% of a typical working day.

• Ability to work on a mobile device, tablet, or in front of a computer screen and/or perform typing for approximately 75% of a typical working day.

• Ability to grasp with both hands; pinch with thumb and forefinger; turn with hand/arm; reach above shoulder height.

• Ability to comply with any applicable personal protective equipment requirements.

• Ability to perform repetitive motions.

Salary Range:

Exact Sciences is proud to offer an employee experience that includes paid time off (including days for vacation, holidays, volunteering, and personal time), paid leave for parents and caregivers, a retirement savings plan, wellness support, and health benefits including medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision coverage. Learn more about our benefits.

Our success relies on the experiences and perspectives of a diverse team, and Exact Sciences fosters a culture where all employees can develop personally and professionally with a sense of respect and belonging. If you require an accommodation, please contact us here.

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