Hiring Entry Level Lab Assistant

(Open to Recent Graduates or anyone looking to get into Pharma Field)

Job Description

As a Lab Assistant, you will be responsible for various laboratory processes including defatting raw materials, extraction, gross filtration, clarification, aseptic processing, dialysis, centrifuge operations, and making lab solutions/reagents. You will also handle inventory control, perform SAP related duties, and be cross-trained into aseptic filling operations after successful completion of training.

Responsibilities

• Defat raw materials by pulling ether, acetone, drying, and weighing out
• Set up and clean extraction, gross filtration, and clarification equipment
• Perform aseptic processing and dialysis (filling bags, emptying/cleaning dialysis tanks)
• Operate Bock Centrifuge for molds/inhalants and handle Amicon DC-10 and Centrifuge DPR-6000
• Prepare lab solutions and reagents
• Distribute FTQ paperwork and manage inventory control requirements
• Perform various lab chores including managing scales, freezers, pH meters, pass through, nitrogen, and lab room assignments
• Engage in freeze drying processes including loading reconstitution and cleaning
• Handle ball mill for mite processing and perform dilution compounding
• Execute SAP related duties including COR6N and goods movements
• Cross-train into aseptic filling operations following successful PST media fills and full training
• Perform any other assigned duties

Essential Skills

• Knowledge in Biology, Chemistry, Biochemistry, Pharmaceutical, Biopharma, and Biological Science
• Experience in laboratory and compounding processes
• Familiarity with FDA and quality assurance protocols
• Bachelor's Degree in a Physical Science or relevant laboratory/compounding experience
• Must be able to lift 50 lbs!!

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Biopharma experience is a plus
• Go-getter with a growth mentality
• Open to candidates without a college degree if they have 1 years of experience in a laboratory setting

Work Environment

This role involves working with allergens, so candidates must not have allergies as they may have an allergic reaction during the manufacturing process. The working hours are 6:30am-3:30pm, Monday to Friday, with some training days starting at 8am. The position offers great medical benefits, PTO, and opportunities for career advancement

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $19.00 - $21.00/hr.

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)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in PORT WASHINGTON,NY.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Feb 7, 2025.

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 for other accommodation options.

Salary : $19 - $21