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Laboratory Assistant (entry level)

KCAS Bio

Job Location:

Kansas City, KS - USA

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer

Posted: 11 September 2026 (4 days ago)

Application Deadline: 13 December 2026

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Performing critical work that impacts our industry and our worlds health while problem solving and innovating in the field that is what we get to do every day at KCAS Bio. If that gets you excited too then maybe working at KCAS Bio is for you.

When you work as a Laboratory Assistant in the Mass Spec Bioanalysis group at KCAS you get to further our mission by supporting the Analysts who perform bioanalytical laboratory work on our Mass Spec team.

This is an entry-level laboratory position designed for individuals looking to begin and build their career in a scientific laboratory environment. You will help ensure Analysts have the materials supplies and organized laboratory environment needed to perform their work efficiently while supporting overall laboratory readiness organization and compliance.

Our Mass Spec Bioanalysis team uses LC-MS/MS (Liquid ChromatographyTandem Mass Spectrometry) techniques and sophisticated sample preparation methods to meet bioanalytical needs for drug discovery preclinical and clinical studies including the bioanalysis of drugs and metabolites biomarkers and active endogenous compounds in biological fluids and tissues.

In this role we will rely on you to:

Maintain laboratory cleanliness organization and readiness including waste disposal and stocking of supplies
Prepare and monitor department-specific bulk solutions to ensure minimum inventory levels are maintained
Perform routine equipment checks and maintenance activities including balance verification pipette verification and incubator upkeep
Support operation of laboratory equipment such as plate washers and assist with daily initialization and maintenance routines
Assist with small lab equipment maintenance in coordination with Metrology
Follow all safety procedures including proper handling of chemicals PPE usage and adherence to Safety Data Sheets
Maintain accurate documentation in compliance with SOPs and GLP regulatory requirements
Support scientific staff by ensuring timely availability of materials and operational support
Perform all aspects of the job in a way that supports company brand and supports company mission vision and values

To qualify for this role you will have:

Associates degree (AAS) with at least 1 year of related laboratory or technical experience
Ability to read understand and follow written procedures and verbal instructions
Commitment to quality safety and customer satisfaction
Familiarity with laboratory safety practices including PPE chemical handling and Safety Data Sheets
Experience working in a regulated environment (e.g. GLP) preferred
Basic computer skills (e.g. Word Excel; LIMS experience is a plus)
Previous experience in a CRO or laboratory setting is a plus

(Please note this is a representative summary of responsibilities not a comprehensive or exclusive list of the duties to be performed in any position. Employees must follow instructions and perform additional duties as requested.)

WHO YOU ARE

You will thrive at KCAS Bio if you enjoy a relational environment are purpose- and values-driven embrace constant development and supportive leadership and enjoy being part of innovative work.

WHAT YOULL GET

Our benefits include and extend beyond the traditional package. At KCAS Bio you will enjoy company sponsored events like food trucks family days and spirit will grow in your career with KCAS will be able to connect with like-minded employees to further KCAS Bios approach to key areas such as wellness inclusion and community will engage as an owner in our stock ownership program. You will have access to the latest technology. And you will be able to invest in the community with paid time off to volunteer.

Learn more about the Benefits at KCAS Bio

WHO WE ARE

We are a fast-growing contract research organization (CRO) headquartered in Kansas City pioneering the latest drug development in both human and animal health for our expertise is growing and so is our need for great people to work in nimble empowered teams committed to one anothers growth. At KCAS Bio we advance both great science AND great people.

Learn more about what it is like to work at KCAS Bio

KCAS Bio is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Among other things we provide equal employment opportunities without regard to race color religion national origin ancestry marital status veteran status age disability pregnancy genetic information sex sexual orientation gender identity or any other legally protected category; we recruit qualified candidates without regard to citizenship status based on internal processes that enable us to hire the right candidates consistent with the appropriate U.S. Immigration framework; and (3) we work with and provide reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities and for sincerely held religious beliefs observances and practices. Anyone who needs reasonable accommodation may send an email to emailprotectedor call (for TTY assistance call 711) and ask for Human Resources.

IND123

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process such as reviewing applications analyzing resumes or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed please contact us.

Required Experience:

Junior IC

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About Company

KCAS Bio

As a full-service bioanalytical CRO and biomarker partner, KCAS Bio helps accelerate drug development in the pharma and biopharma industries with large and small molecule bioanalysis.

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