Job Title: Lab Technician

Job Description

Prepare clinical specimens for laboratory testing. Receive, accession, aliquot and process specimens. Set up, maintain, troubleshoot, and assist in the validation of instruments. Take quality control measurements, including environmental, equipment/software, and product quality controls.

Responsibilities

• Prepare clinical samples and products for testing, including accessioning and processing, following laboratory protocols.
• Set up instruments for automated laboratory tasks, including programming instructions, specimen and reagent placement, and labware.
• Maintain instruments by replenishing reagents, cleaning, and performing other required actions.
• Prepare reagents for the lab and change equipment supplies as needed.
• Document and transcribe quality control measures, including environmental readings, equipment function checks, and isolation quality control.
• Train back-up staff as necessary and recommend changes for better workflow.
• Perform additional tasks as assigned by the supervisor or Laboratory Director, including responding to emergency staffing situations.
• Maintain sample inventories, including receipt, processing, storage, and disposal of samples when necessary.
• Update computer databases for sample storage and fix errors in data entry.
• Observe and support good health and safety practices.
• Strictly observe privacy and security-related policies to preserve the integrity and confidentiality of sensitive information.

Essential Skills

• Minimum of 2 years of college education in biology or related field plus 3 years of laboratory experience, or 4 years of college education plus 1 year of laboratory experience.
• Hands-on experience with sample handling, quantitative chemical analysis, enzyme assays, and other complex procedures.
• Knowledge of computer use, including moderately advanced Microsoft Excel.
• Experience operating laboratory instruments such as automated measurement instruments.
• Critical thinking and ability to implement corrective actions when needed.
• Ability to understand and apply laboratory policies and procedures, and adhere strictly to established protocols.
• High attention to detail and ability to handle large numbers of samples accurately.
• Effective communication skills in spoken and written English with individuals of diverse backgrounds.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with handling biohazardous material.
• Experience with pipetting and specimen processing.
• Ability to complete basic decontamination and sanitation.
• Some type of education in a scientific field, with classes taken at a community college or technical school.
• 1 year plus of experience within a lab setting.

Work Environment

The work being completed is saving people's lives across the entire community. The lab supports hospitals in the Bay Area. The team is made up of 11 Lab Techs, 1 Lab Assistant, and 3-4 CLSs. The shift is Monday - Friday, 7:30 AM - 4:00 PM, with rotating Saturdays after a 3-month training period. The lab environment can be cold.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $35.00

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 Palo Alto,CA.

Application Deadline

This position will be accepting applications until 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 : $30 - $35