Job Title: Lab Assistant

Job Description

We are seeking a dedicated Chemistry Lab Assistant to join our team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for pulling samples out of storage or walk-in fridges and bringing them to technicians for retesting, handling 200-300 samples at once, and scanning samples into the tracking system. This role involves receiving and sorting clinical lab specimens, preparing specimens for testing and analysis, and ensuring all lab equipment is functioning properly. The Lab Assistant will also perform minor instrumentation maintenance, troubleshoot specimen-related issues, replenish test bench supplies, maintain a clean and safe work environment, complete record logs and other administrative duties, and follow all Standard Operating Procedures to ensure safety and quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Pull samples from storage or walk-in fridges and bring them to technicians for retesting.
• Handle 200-300 samples at once.
• Scan samples into the tracking system.
• Receive and sort clinical lab specimens.
• Prepare specimens for testing and analysis.
• Scan and/or enter specimen and patient information into the system.
• Ensure all lab equipment is working properly and perform minor instrumentation maintenance.
• Replenish test bench supplies as needed.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment.
• Follow all Standard Operating Procedures to ensure safety and quality standards.

Essential Skills

• Lab Assistant experience or medical/lab experience (academic experience is acceptable).
• High school diploma or GED.
• Ability to stand for the majority of the shift.
• Comfortable working with human samples.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.

Work Environment

This position requires repetitive tasks and standing throughout the shift. There is potential for this person to be brought on full time after the contract period (performance dependent)

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $17.50 - $17.50/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 Branchburg,NJ.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 15, 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.

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