Sample Receiving Data Entry Clerk I

$37,128 - $45,760/Yr

EMSL Analytical

Full-time - Entry Level

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

The Sample Receiving Data Entry Clerk I position at EMSL in Long Island City, NY, is an administrative support role primarily assisting the laboratory manager and analysts. The role involves overseeing the shipping, receiving, distributing, and logging of environmental samples, ensuring proper handling and documentation throughout the process.

Responsibilities

• Receive environmental samples and enter Chain of Custody into LIMS system
• Review paperwork for all incoming samples to ensure completeness and correctness
• Inspect samples to ensure sample integrity is retained and that the packaging is not compromised
• Make sure all samples are placed in the proper storage area to await analysis
• Answer high volume phone calls and interface with clients
• Assist with customer service client questions via phone and e-mail
• Act as a liaison between clients and laboratory staff
• Perform clerical duties such as answering phones, filing, faxing, assisting clients, scanning, and mailing as necessary
• May require transferring and/or transporting samples between Manhattan service center and Long Island City lab

Requirements

• High School Degree or equivalent
• Excellent Customer Service Skills- Customer Service Experience is a plus
• Excellent computer skills
• Must be proficient in MS Office especially Excel and typing
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to interact professionally with clientele
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and multi-task
• Team player
• Ability to prioritize work assignments
• Attention to detail and organized
• Must be able to lift min 35lbs
• Must be able to stand and sit for various lengths of time

Benefits

• medical
• dental
• 401(k)
• voluntary benefits
• paid time off
• holiday pay
• flexible spending account