Lab Technologist

Laboratory Technician (Biology/Chemistry Graduates Welcome)

Launch Your Scientific Career with a Leading Life Sciences Organization

Are you a recent Biology or Chemistry graduate looking to start your career in a professional laboratory environment? Our client, a leading organization within the life sciences and diagnostics industry, is seeking Laboratory Technicians to join its high-volume laboratory operations team. Multiple shifts are available. This is an excellent opportunity for early-career scientists to gain hands-on laboratory experience, work with advanced testing technologies, and build a strong foundation for a long-term career in biotechnology, diagnostics, healthcare, or research.
## Key Responsibilities
Follow established laboratory procedures for specimen handling, processing, testing, and result reporting. Perform routine laboratory testing and analysis in accordance with regulatory and quality standards. Complete proficiency testing and maintain accurate documentation. Adhere to quality control procedures and document calibration, maintenance, and testing activities. Identify testing or instrumentation issues and escalate concerns to laboratory leadership when necessary. Document corrective actions when laboratory systems fall outside established performance standards. Assist with departmental assignments and support additional laboratory functions as needed. Operate, adjust, maintain, and clean laboratory equipment. Analyze and document test results, observations, and data. Assist with specimen preparation, microorganism cultivation, and laboratory analysis procedures. Support laboratory operations while maintaining compliance with applicable quality and regulatory requirements.
## Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Biology, Chemistry, or a related scientific discipline 1-3 years of laboratory, academic research, internship, or industry experience preferred. Strong attention to detail and documentation skills Ability to work in a fast-paced laboratory environment. Excellent organizational and problem-solving abilities
## Preferred Qualifications
Prior experience in a clinical, diagnostic, pharmaceutical, biotechnology, or research laboratory Familiarity with laboratory quality systems and regulatory standards
## Why Consider This Opportunity?
Excellent entry point for recent science graduates Gain experience with industry-leading laboratory technologies and processes Work alongside experienced laboratory professionals Opportunity to build valuable experience within the life sciences and healthcare sectors Multiple shift openings available
## Shifts Available:
2nd and 3rd shifts available! Job Type & Location This is a Contract position based out of Burlington, NC.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $23.00 - $25.00/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job
classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be
subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits
available for this temporary role may include the following:

Medical, dental & vision
Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
Short and long-term disability
Health Spending Account (HSA)
Transportation benefits
Employee Assistance Program
Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of Burlington, NC.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Nov 27, 2026.
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Burlington,NC. 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 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

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sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected
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