Job Title: Laboratory AssistantJob DescriptionJoin our dynamic lab team where you’ll get hands-on with a variety of tasks! From preparing samples for analysis to creating solutions and keeping our lab equipment sparkling clean, every day brings something new. If you enjoy a mix of routine and variety, this role is for you!Responsibilities
Mix water, detergents, and/or acids in containers to create cleaning solutions as specified.
Clean, rinse, dry, and sterilize glassware and instruments.
Scrub walls, floors, shelves, tables, and sinks.
Fill tubes and bottles with specified solutions and label them accordingly.
Arrange specimens and samples on trays for placement in incubators and refrigerators.
Deliver supplies and lab specimens to designated areas.
Maintain inventory reports and logs.
Prepare and maintain bacteriological media and chemical solutions, ensuring proper labeling, handling, storage, use, and disposal, including autoclaved and hazardous waste.
Use a grinder or other equipment to homogenize, extract, or otherwise prepare samples for analytical testing.
Weigh samples and record values in logs.
Assist in managing priorities and schedules to achieve individual and team goals.
Ensure personal and others’ safety within the work area.
Complete required training.
Essential Skills
Reliability
Timeliness
Communication
Any experience or desire to work in a laboratory setting
Additional Skills & Qualifications
High school diploma or GED; or one to three months of related experience and/or training; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Work EnvironmentThe lab is often bustling with activity, as various tests and experiments are conducted simultaneously. Teamwork and communication are key. The environment can vary from quiet to loud, and temperatures can range from hot to cold, depending on the equipment and processes in use. You’ll be involved in a variety of tasks, from preparing samples and solutions to cleaning and maintaining equipment. Precision is crucial in a microbiology lab, and you’ll need to carefully follow protocols and accurately record data to ensure reliable results. Adherence to strict safety guidelines is required to protect yourself and others. Maintaining a clean and sterile environment is essential to prevent contamination and ensure the accuracy of tests. The lab offers numerous opportunities to learn new techniques and expand your knowledge in microbiology. Starting in a microbiology lab can provide a solid foundation for future career growth and specialization in the field. You’ll work closely with a team of scientists and technicians, fostering a collaborative and supportive atmosphere. The team works together to achieve both individual and collective goals, making it a rewarding environment for those who enjoy working towards common objectives. The shift timings are 12pm-9pm for the 2nd shift and 9pm-6am for the 3rd shift.About Actalent Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.Diversity, Equity & Inclusion At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:
Hiring diverse talent
Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
Ensuring growth opportunities for our people
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com (%20actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com) for other accommodation options.
