Entry-level R&D Laboratory Technician

An Entry-level R&D Laboratory Technician position in Irvine, CA in the Biomedical Industry is available courtesy of Akkodis.

• Rate: $25.00 - $27.11 per hour; The rate may be negotiable based on experience, education, geographic location, and other factors.
• Duration: 8 Months (possible extensions and conversion to Direct Hire)
• Location: Irvine, CA

Duties:

• Performs various laboratory tasks to support R&D microbiology tests in preparation of substrates for Biological Indicators and Media Preparation Program.
• Daily work involves preparing metal and polymer substrates through deburring, washing, laying out under hood.
• Operate autoclave cycles to sterilize laboratory supplies, wash laboratory glassware, log and organize inventories and received lab supplies.
• Document work performed following the good documentation practice with attention to details.
• May assist in investigation and evaluation of problems with guidance.
• Assist other Scientists on microbial testing , reprocessing of endoscopes and medical devices, and operation of sterilizers to support project timeline, as needed.
• Compliance to trained environmental health and safety rules is required.

Experience:

• Bachelor degree in science filed is required, preferred in Microbiology, Biology or Biochemistry.
• Entry level, science.
• Past use with laboratory equipment.
• GxP experience not required, but it is a plus.
• Good organization skills and laboratory course experience is needed.
• Be able to function independently per instructions provided and work as a team member with others in the lab as well as other functions such as Engineering, Chemistry and Quality.
• Should be able to handle about 25 lbs of load throughout the day.

If you are interested in this role, then please click APPLY NOW. For other opportunities available at Akkodis, or any questions, feel free to contact me at Mike.Leeson@AkkodisGroup.com.

We are open to working with professionals who are authorized to work in the US without sponsorship.

No C2C

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, an EAP program, commuter benefits, and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable. Disclaimer: These benefit offerings do not apply to client-recruited jobs and jobs that are direct hires to a client.

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The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:

· The California Fair Chance Act

· Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance

· Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers

· San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance